TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Cost in Austin, TX
10 hospitals in the Austin area report pricing for total knee arthroplasty. The average cash price is $12,250.
10
in Austin area
$70,958
gross charge
$12,250
83% below list price
$70,958 – $70,958
1.0x spread
TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY costs an average of $12,250 (cash/self-pay price) in Austin, TX, based on data from 10 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $70,958 to $70,958 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 Austin
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE HOSPITAL AT WESTLAKE MEDICAL CENTER | AUSTIN | $70,958 | $12,250-83% | $1,965 – $49,671 | 0.1/10 | |
| ROUND ROCK MEDICAL CENTER | ROUND ROCK | N/A | N/A | $929 – $59,861 | 0.1/10 | |
| NORTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTER | AUSTIN | N/A | N/A | $929 – $49,269 | 0.1/10 | |
| ST DAVID'S SOUTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTER | AUSTIN | N/A | N/A | $929 – $49,269 | 0.1/10 | |
| ASCENSION SETON NORTHWEST | AUSTIN | N/A | N/A | $969 – $14,153 | 0.1/10 | |
| ASCENSION SETON SOUTHWEST | AUSTIN | N/A | N/A | $969 – $14,153 | 0.1/10 | |
| ASCENSION SETON MEDICAL CENTER AUSTIN | AUSTIN | N/A | N/A | $969 – $14,153 | 0.1/10 | |
| CEDAR PARK REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | CEDAR PARK | N/A | N/A | $969 – $14,153 | 0.1/10 | |
| DELL SETON MED CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TX | AUSTIN | N/A | N/A | $969 – $14,153 | 0.1/10 | |
| DELL CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER | AUSTIN | N/A | N/A | $969 – $14,153 | 0.1/10 |
AUSTIN, TX
List Price
$70,958
Cash Price
$12,250-83%
Negotiated Range
$1,965 – $49,671
ROUND ROCK, TX
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$929 – $59,861
AUSTIN, TX
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$929 – $49,269
AUSTIN, TX
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$969 – $14,153
CEDAR PARK, TX
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$969 – $14,153
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$969 – $14,153
AUSTIN, TX
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$969 – $14,153
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What Affects TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Cost in Austin, TX
The cost of total knee arthroplasty in Austin, TX 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 10 hospitals in Austin, TX, total knee arthroplasty prices range from $70,958 to $70,958 — a 1.0x 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 Austin, TX
Total knee arthroplasty in Austin, TX can be performed in different settings depending on clinical complexity: hospital inpatient, hospital outpatient, or ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
ASCs typically offer lower prices because they have lower overhead and specialize in efficient, high-volume outpatient procedures. For eligible patients, ASCs can save 30–60% compared to hospital outpatient departments.
Not all patients are candidates for outpatient surgery. Your surgeon will determine the appropriate setting based on your health history, the procedure's complexity, and anticipated recovery needs.
Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Austin, TX
Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access total knee arthroplasty at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Austin, TX offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.
In Austin, TX, the average cash price for total knee arthroplasty is $12,250, which is 83% lower than the average list price of $70,958. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.
Insured patients should check their plan's Summary of Benefits and contact their insurer for a pre-authorization cost estimate. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay or coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Even with insurance, comparing hospitals can help you choose a provider where your plan negotiates the best rates.
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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.