How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Wisconsin?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $2,595, with most between $1,387 and $7,205 ($2,840 cash/self-pay). Based on 90 Wisconsin hospitals — 28% lower than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $4,369 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 90 Wisconsin hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Wisconsin — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $2,595, with most between $1,387 and $7,205, based on 90 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 28% lower than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in Wisconsin?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Wisconsin run around $2,840. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,369), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Wisconsin hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $4,369 — roughly 1.7× the $2,595 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Wisconsin?
Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,595), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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