How much does Total knee replacement cost in South Dakota?
Total knee replacement · CPT 27447 · State: South Dakota
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Total knee replacement is about $12,047, with most between $4,375 and $13,481 ($12,280 cash/self-pay). Based on 7 South Dakota hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $11,673. Hospital list charges run about $15,813 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 7 South Dakota 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 South Dakota — FAQs
How much does a Total knee replacement cost in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Total knee replacement is about $12,047, with most between $4,375 and $13,481, based on 7 South Dakota hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $11,673.
How much does a Total knee replacement cost without insurance in South Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Total knee replacement in South Dakota run around $12,280. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $15,813), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my South Dakota hospital bill for a Total knee replacement so high?
South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Total knee replacement run about $15,813 — roughly 1.3× the $12,047 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 South Dakota?
Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $12,047), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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