Knee Arthroscopy Cost in New Mexico
7 hospitals in New Mexico report pricing for knee arthroscopy. The average cash price is $9,523.
7
in New Mexico
$15,956
gross charge
$9,523
40% below list price
$1,107 – $42,404
38.3x spread
KNEE ARTHROSCOPY/SURGERY costs an average of $9,523 (cash/self-pay price) in New Mexico, based on data from 7 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $1,107 to $42,404 depending on the hospital and facility type. These figures come from hospital machine-readable price transparency files published under federal CMS rules, not estimates.
Hospital Prices in New Mexico
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REHOBOTH MCKINLEY CHRISTIAN HEALTH CARE SERVICES Voluntary non-profit - Private | GALLUP | $1,634 | $490-70% | $392 – $1,552 | 0.1/10 | |
| ARTESIA GENERAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Other | ARTESIA | $1,107 | $664-40% | $302 – $6,288 | 0.1/10 | |
| CIBOLA GENERAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | GRANTS | $1,188 | $950-20% | $522 – $2,934 | 5.2/10 | |
| LOS ALAMOS MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary | LOS ALAMOS | $33,448 | $20,069-40% | $3,188 – $33,448 | 6.4/10 | |
| MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary | LAS CRUCES | $42,404 | $25,443-40% | $3,081 – $42,404 | 6.4/10 | |
| CHRISTUS SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO Voluntary non-profit - Private | ALAMOGORDO | N/A | N/A | $2,017 – $999,999,999 | 0.1/10 | |
| CHRISTUS ST VINCENT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private | SANTA FE | N/A | N/A | $2,017 – $999,999,999 | 0.1/10 |
GALLUP, NM · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,634
Cash Price
$490-70%
Negotiated Range
$392 – $1,552
ARTESIA, NM · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
$1,107
Cash Price
$664-40%
Negotiated Range
$302 – $6,288
GRANTS, NM · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,188
Cash Price
$950-20%
Negotiated Range
$522 – $2,934
LOS ALAMOS, NM · Proprietary
List Price
$33,448
Cash Price
$20,069-40%
Negotiated Range
$3,188 – $33,448
LAS CRUCES, NM · Proprietary
List Price
$42,404
Cash Price
$25,443-40%
Negotiated Range
$3,081 – $42,404
ALAMOGORDO, NM · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$2,017 – $999,999,999
SANTA FE, NM · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$2,017 – $999,999,999
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What Affects KNEE ARTHROSCOPY/SURGERY Cost in New Mexico
If you're researching knee arthroscopy/surgery costs in New Mexico, you'll find significant price differences between providers — even those just miles apart.
Surgical costs for knee arthroscopy/surgery in New Mexico are influenced by operating room fees, anesthesia, surgeon fees, and any implants or specialized equipment. Academic medical centers and large health systems often charge more than community hospitals or ambulatory surgery centers.
Based on data from 7 hospitals in New Mexico, knee arthroscopy/surgery prices range from $1,107 to $42,404 — a 38.3x difference. This wide variation underscores why comparing prices before scheduling is critical for controlling your out-of-pocket costs.
Hospital vs. Outpatient Center Pricing in New Mexico
The setting where knee arthroscopy/surgery is performed in New Mexico significantly impacts total cost. Hospital inpatient stays are the most expensive, followed by hospital outpatient departments, then ambulatory surgery centers.
For patients who are medically appropriate for outpatient surgery, ASCs offer a compelling combination of lower cost and shorter wait times. Many are physician-owned and focus exclusively on surgical care.
Discuss options with your surgeon and, if you're self-pay, ask about pricing at each available setting before scheduling.
Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in New Mexico
Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access knee arthroscopy/surgery at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in New Mexico offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.
In New Mexico, the average cash price for knee arthroscopy/surgery is $9,523, which is 40% lower than the average list price of $15,956. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.
For insured patients, the negotiated rate between your plan and the hospital determines your cost share. If you haven't met your deductible, you may pay more than the cash price. It's worth asking the hospital whether their self-pay rate is lower than what your insurance would charge — some patients save money by not filing a claim.
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Data sourced from hospital machine-readable price transparency files as required by 45 CFR Parts 180 and 182. Prices are informational only and may not reflect current rates. Always confirm pricing directly with the hospital before scheduling.