Total Knee Replacement Cost Without Insurance
Are you considering a Total Knee Replacement without insurance? Your primary concerns may be - how much the procedure will cost and what you may have to pay out-of-pocket. This article looks at how private surgery helps cash payers afford total knee replacement cost without insurance.
When do you Need Self-funded Knee Replacement?
Cost of Knee Replacement Without Insurance
Many knee surgery patients suffer through the pain due to the high cost of treatment. Wondering how much does a private knee replacement surgery costs without insurance in the USA? The cost table below can help.
| Procedure | USA |
|---|---|
| Total Knee Replacement | $19,995 |
| Partial Knee Replacement | $18,995 |
*Prices may vary with the complexity of a case.
Less Expensive Total Knee Replacements Even Without Insurance
Our all-inclusive package* cost of knee replacement surgery in the USA is $19,995, whereas the average cost without insurance in the US is $35,000 or more.[1]
So, no worries even if you don’t have insurance. You can get your knee surgery in the USA, paying 43% less than the average US cost.
The USA knee surgery package for the self-funded includes the surgeon's fee, laboratory charges, pre-operative stage, and follow-up care & excludes airfare.
*Offered only at the New Albany facility in Ohio, USA.
Knee Replacement Cost in Different Countries
The graph compares the knee replacement price of the USA with that of Singapore, Thailand, Mexico, and India.
Source: Web Data
The knee replacement cost is less in countries like India, Mexico, or Thailand. However, you may need to spend several thousand dollars on flight tickets, hotels, and related expenses to undergo knee replacement surgery overseas.
Our package prices are much less than the average cost for knee replacement across the USA. Therefore, you no longer need to travel great distances for uninsured knee surgery.
What Do You Need to Know About the Cost of Knee Replacement?
The knee replacement procedure is one of the fastest-growing medical treatments in the U.S.[2]
The United States is known for its wide variation in healthcare costs. A study of cost variations for knee replacement surgeries reveals:[3]
- The average cost for a TKR procedure was $31,124 in 64 markets.
- The price varies as much as 313%, depending on the hospital.
As always, it is best to do your research on costs before paying for the treatment.
What Contributes to the Average Cost for Knee Replacement Surgery Without Insurance?
The cost of a TKR can vary widely. It depends on where you live, which clinic you choose, and your overall health. Many factors can contribute to the total cost of knee replacement surgery.[4]
Factors affecting Total Knee Replacement surgery cost
It is challenging to predict the TKR surgery’s cost before treatment begins with several factors involved.
Therefore, you should talk to your surgeon to determine the expected costs of surgery and aftercare beforehand.
How to Pay for Cost of Knee Replacement Without Insurance?
When you don’t have insurance, you will need to take a proactive approach to deal with your medical bills.
Even if you have insurance, you may need to look at cash payment options since most health plans do not pay the entire cost.
Medical financial hardship is common in the USA. The highest prevalence and greatest intensity of medical financial hardship are among the uninsured.[6]
Planning for Total Knee Replacement Cost Without Insurance
You can plan your cost of private knee replacement surgery with these 4 steps:
- Budget for the costs by shopping for the TKR surgery. Identify the cheapest options and the one that best suits your individual needs.
- Find out exactly what your out-of-pocket cost will be. Get help from your hospital’s billing department to learn more about payment programs.
- Identify how you will pay the hospital bill – pay from your savings, borrow from an outside source, or take a personal loan.
- Once you receive your bill, move quickly to get your payment plan in place.
Payment can be made by:
- Credit or debit cards
- Wire transfer, bank transfer
- PayPal
How to Avoid Surprise "Total Knee Replacement Surgery" Bills?
- Different hospitals have different billing policies. Research these policies in advance.
- Find out how much to pay upfront and the options to pay off the balance.
- You may also need to plan for emergencies, like complications, significantly raising your treatment cost.
Affordable Self-Pay Hospital for Knee Replacement in the USA
You can find our cash pay surgical centers for knee replacement in 2 locations - New Albany (Outpatient) & Athens, Ohio, USA.
Our partner hospital is the only practice in Ohio with two prestigious Knee Society members, which honors the top 100 knee surgeons globally.
Highlights
- Nearly 50 years of orthopedic experience
- One of the world’s leading outpatient joint replacement surgery center
- World-renowned experts in knee replacement surgery
- Performed over 70,000 orthopedic procedures
- Annually perform 5000 surgeries & 1700 outpatient joint replacements
- National and local awards for excellence in patient care
Features
- State-of-the-art facility
- Outpatient and inpatient knee replacement procedures are available
- Latest technologies like Robotic Surgical Assistants, etc
- Low complications with pre-admission testing & medical management
- TKR infection rate is below the national average (1.8%)[7]
Patient-specific Approach
- Reduced hospital stays with the minimally invasive, muscle-sparing techniques.
- Fast recovery with regional anesthesia and blood management techniques.
- Pain management with the use of nerve blocks, steroids, oral pain medications, etc.
Best Knee Replacement Surgeon in USA
Dr. Adolph V. Lombardi Jr.
10+ years
MD
Expertise
Knee replacement, hip replacement, and joint replacement
Education
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
- Fellowship: Joint Implant Surgeons in Columbus directed by Thomas H. Mallory, MD
Dr. David Crawford
5+ years
MD
Expertise
Joint replacement, Knee replacement, Non-operative arthritis treatments
Education
The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
- Fellowship: Adult Reconstruction of the Knee & Hip, Joint Implant Surgeons Inc., New Albany, OH
Dr. Jason Hurst
5+ years
MD
Expertise
Outpatient Total and Partial Knee replacements, Joint Preservation Strategies, Arthroscopy
Education
Georgetown University, Washington DC
- Fellowship: Joint Preservation, SportsMed, Arthroscopy & Shoulder Reconstruction Steadman-Hawkins Clinic, Vail, CO
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How to Get a Knee Replacement Without Insurance?
Tips to Cash Payers
Your choice of hospital can be the main factor in the cost of your knee replacement. There can be a significant change in price estimates from one place to another. Hence, when pricing your knee surgery:
- Find out if the quoted price is for a complete bundle of all services or includes only specific fees.
- Get to know the total cost of treatment and not just the hospital’s expense.
- Check if you can finance the price or break your payments into chunks.
- You can also use MTC’s medical E-financing options to pay for surgery.
Points to Remember
As a patient and healthcare consumer, it is your right to know what you pay. Don’t automatically go with the least expensive knee replacement. Your satisfaction and the results are as important as your cost.
- Consider each surgeon’s expertise, experience, and patient satisfaction.
- Ask how well their patients do after knee replacement.
- Enquire how long the implants typically last.
- Take into consideration the quality of care at the chosen hospital.
- We can help you find all of this information
Medical Trip to Ohio, USA
All major US and Canada airports offer flights to Ohio for seamless travel, with a typical duration of about 2.30 hours from the US and 5 hours from Canada, including transfers.
Check out the flight times from American cities to Columbus airport (CMH) here.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the nearest airport. It takes a 14min drive to reach New Albany and 1h 13min to Athens hospital.
You can book an Uber from the airport (CMH), or we can ask the hotel to book for you. From Columbus, Ohio Airport (CMH) to New Albany center, Uber is $15-25 and $95-130 to Athens.
Here is a list of hotel accommodations near our New Albany surgical center and the driving time from airport-hotel and hotel-New Albany.
| Hotel | Airport to Hotel | Hotel to New Albany center | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard Columbus | 12min | 2min | Tel: (614) 855-1505 www.marriott.com |
| Hampton Inn & Suites | 12min | 2min | www.hilton.com |
| Courtyard by Marriott/Easton Town Center | 13min | 15min | Tel: (614) 416-8000 www.marriott.com |
| Hilton/Easton Town Center | 13min | 15min | Tel: 614-414-5000 www.hilton.com |
| Hilton Garden Inn/Port Columbus International Airport | 9min | <15min | Tel: (614) 231-2869 www.hilton.com |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites/Port Columbus International Airport | 5min walk | 15min | Tel: (614) 237-2100 www.marriott.com |
If you are coming from outside the Columbus, Ohio area and interested in knowing more about the city, check the top attractions and destinations in the Ohio Tourism Portal.
Conclusion
The decision to have joint replacement surgery in the US is an easy one considering the benefits. Ohio is easily reachable and surgery costs thousands of dollars less than at home.
Get more information about knee replacement without insurance in the USA.
FAQs About Total Knee Replacement Without Insurance
Knee replacement surgery has become a standard procedure. Thousands of patients undergo surgery every year and many without any complications.
However, you should know what the risks are and how to identify the signs of complications. The potential risks and complications could be:[8]
- Blood clots
- Infection
- Persistent pain
- Allergy to metal components used in the artificial knee joint
- Numbness, weakness, or both due to nerve damage during the surgery
- Loss of motion in the knee and stiffness
- Implant problems leading to revision knee surgery
The risks depend on your health condition and the extent of damage to the knee. Your knee replacement surgeon will discuss possible complications and risks before the surgery.
Total knee replacement surgery takes 1 to 3 hours.[9] However, the duration varies depending on the surgical technique and the type of knee replacement.
After surgery, the patient will be shifted to a recovery room and monitored by a medical team. The hospital stay will be for one to three days, depending on the patient’s age and health condition.[10]
After the TKR, you may have relatively mild pain or a more difficult time than others. Every individual is unique and handles pain differently. You can expect:[11]
- General pain for up to several weeks following a TKR.
- Swelling may last for 2-3 weeks post-surgery & sometimes for six months.
- Bruising may persist for 1-2 weeks.
There is an 80–85% chance that your knee will last 20 years and a 90–95% chance to last ten years. Having regular checkups keep your knee stay healthy. The AAHKS recommends visiting your knee surgeon every 3-5 years after TKR.[12]
References
- CostHelper: Knee Replacement Cost
- BCBS: Extreme Cost Variations for Hip & Knee Surgeries
- Healthline: Understanding Knee Replacement Costs
- Verywell Health: How to Pay Surgery Costs That Insurance Won't Pay
- SpringerLink: Medical Financial Hardships in the USA
- Healthline: Risks and complications of TKR
- NHS: How it is performed? Knee replacement
- AAHKS: Total Knee Replacement
- Healthline: How to Manage Pain, Swelling, and Bruising After a Total Knee Replacement