TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Cost in Alaska
4 hospitals in Alaska report pricing for total knee arthroplasty. The average cash price is $14,263.
4
in Alaska
$18,567
gross charge
$14,263
23% below list price
$13,297 – $23,118
1.7x spread
TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY costs an average of $14,263 (cash/self-pay price) in Alaska, based on data from 4 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $13,297 to $23,118 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 Alaska
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALASKA NATIVE MEDICAL CENTER Government - Federal | ANCHORAGE | $13,297 | $13,297 | $2,598 – $12,233 | 0.1/10 | |
| SOUTH PENINSULA HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | HOMER | $19,286 | $14,464-25% | $2,165 – $18,900 | 0.1/10 | |
| PEACEHEALTH KETCHIKAN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church | KETCHIKAN | $23,118 | $15,027-35% | — | 0.1/10 | |
| ALASKA REGIONAL HOSPITAL Proprietary | ANCHORAGE | N/A | N/A | $9,644 – $31,982 | 0.1/10 |
ANCHORAGE, AK · Government - Federal
List Price
$13,297
Cash Price
$13,297
Negotiated Range
$2,598 – $12,233
HOMER, AK · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$19,286
Cash Price
$14,464-25%
Negotiated Range
$2,165 – $18,900
KETCHIKAN, AK · Voluntary non-profit - Church
List Price
$23,118
Cash Price
$15,027-35%
ANCHORAGE, AK · Proprietary
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$9,644 – $31,982
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What Affects TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Cost in Alaska
The cost of total knee arthroplasty in Alaska depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.
The total cost of total knee arthroplasty includes more than the surgeon's fee. Facility charges, anesthesia, pre-operative testing, and post-operative care all contribute. Ambulatory surgery centers, where medically appropriate, can offer significant savings compared to hospital settings.
Based on data from 4 hospitals in Alaska, total knee arthroplasty prices range from $13,297 to $23,118 — a 1.7x 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 Alaska
The setting where total knee arthroplasty is performed in Alaska 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 Alaska
Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access total knee arthroplasty at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Alaska offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.
In Alaska, the average cash price for total knee arthroplasty is $14,263, which is 23% lower than the average list price of $18,567. 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.