How much does Total knee replacement cost in California?
Total knee replacement · CPT 27447 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Total knee replacement is about $15,502, with most between $7,421 and $23,135 ($20,978 cash/self-pay). Based on 188 California hospitals — 33% higher than the national typical of $11,673. Hospital list charges run about $22,059 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 188 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Total knee replacement cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Total knee replacement cost in California — FAQs
How much does a Total knee replacement cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Total knee replacement is about $15,502, with most between $7,421 and $23,135, based on 188 California hospitals. That's 33% higher than the national typical of $11,673.
How much does a Total knee replacement cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Total knee replacement in California run around $20,978. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $22,059), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Total knee replacement so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Total knee replacement run about $22,059 — roughly 1.4× the $15,502 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 Total knee replacement in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $15,502), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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