TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Cost in Vermont
5 hospitals in Vermont report pricing for total knee arthroplasty. The average cash price is $10,494.
5
in Vermont
$19,219
gross charge
$10,494
45% below list price
$3,640 – $78,364
21.5x spread
TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY costs an average of $10,494 (cash/self-pay price) in Vermont, based on data from 5 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $3,640 to $78,364 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 Vermont
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRATTLEBORO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | BRATTLEBORO | $3,640 | $2,548-30% | $1,052 – $17,280 | 0.1/10 | |
| NORTHEASTERN VERMONT REGIONAL HOSPITAL NORTHEASTERN VERMONT REGIONAL HOSPITAL | SAINT JOHNSBURY | $4,000 | $3,000-25% | — | 0.1/10 | |
| CENTRAL VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER University of Vermont Health Network | BARRE | $4,912 | $4,912 | $1,168 – $3,930 | 0.1/10 | |
| UNIV. OF VERMONT - FLETCHER ALLEN HEALTH CARE University of Vermont Health Network | BURLINGTON | $5,177 | $5,177 | $839 – $5,567 | 0.1/10 | |
| NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC | SAINT ALBANS | $78,364 | $36,831-53% | $12,194 – $68,177 | 0.1/10 |
BRATTLEBORO, VT
List Price
$3,640
Cash Price
$2,548-30%
Negotiated Range
$1,052 – $17,280
SAINT JOHNSBURY, VT · NORTHEASTERN VERMONT REGIONAL HOSPITAL
List Price
$4,000
Cash Price
$3,000-25%
BARRE, VT · University of Vermont Health Network
List Price
$4,912
Cash Price
$4,912
Negotiated Range
$1,168 – $3,930
BURLINGTON, VT · University of Vermont Health Network
List Price
$5,177
Cash Price
$5,177
Negotiated Range
$839 – $5,567
SAINT ALBANS, VT
List Price
$78,364
Cash Price
$36,831-53%
Negotiated Range
$12,194 – $68,177
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What Affects TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Cost in Vermont
The cost of total knee arthroplasty in Vermont 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 5 hospitals in Vermont, total knee arthroplasty prices range from $3,640 to $78,364 — a 21.5x 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 Vermont
The setting where total knee arthroplasty is performed in Vermont 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 Vermont
If you're paying out of pocket for total knee arthroplasty in Vermont, you may be able to negotiate a rate lower than the hospital's published list price. Federal law requires hospitals to post cash-pay rates, making it easier to compare options before scheduling.
In Vermont, the average cash price for total knee arthroplasty is $10,494, which is 45% lower than the average list price of $19,219. 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.