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Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Wisconsin

69 hospitals in Wisconsin report pricing for knee replacement surgery. The average cash price is $8,092.

Hospitals

69

in Wisconsin

Average List Price

$10,936

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$8,092

26% below list price

Price Range

$22 – $42,000

1909.1x spread

TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY costs an average of $8,092 (cash/self-pay price) in Wisconsin, based on data from 69 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $22 to $42,000 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 Wisconsin

Sorted by lowest cash price
ASPIRUS DIVINE SAVIOR HOSPITAL

PORTAGE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

HOWARD YOUNG MEDICAL CENTER

WOODRUFF, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS TOMAHAWK HOSPITAL

TOMAHAWK, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS STEVENS POINT HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC.

STEVENS POINT, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS RHINELANDER HOSPITAL

RHINELANDER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS MEDFORD HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC

MEDFORD, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

LANGLADE HOSPITAL

ANTIGO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS EAGLE RIVER HOSPITAL

EAGLE RIVER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS STANLEY HOSPITAL

STANLEY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS RIVERVIEW HOSPITAL & CLINICS INC

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS WAUSAU HOSPITAL

WAUSAU, WI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

LADD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

OSCEOLA, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,962

Cash Price

$2,774-30%

Negotiated Range

$1,347$3,368

AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC

AMERY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,690

Cash Price

$2,967-48%

Negotiated Range

$911$5,121

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF LAFAYETTE COUNTY

DARLINGTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$5,437

Cash Price

$4,350-20%

Negotiated Range

$1,327$6,525

REEDSBURG AREA MEDICAL CENTER

REEDSBURG, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,373

Cash Price

$4,780-25%

Negotiated Range

$1,150$5,672

FORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

FORT ATKINSON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$15,560

Cash Price

$4,979-68%

Negotiated Range

$1,212$30,462

UPLAND HILLS HEALTH

DODGEVILLE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$9,450

Cash Price

$5,103-46%

Negotiated Range

$1,131$12,605

BLACK RIVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,849

Cash Price

$5,264-10%

Negotiated Range

$241$5,732

SAUK PRAIRIE HOSPITAL

PRAIRIE DU SAC, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$18,587

Cash Price

$10,167-45%

Negotiated Range

$958$33,891

UNITYPOINT HEALTH - MERITER

MADISON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$16,928

Cash Price

$13,542-20%

Negotiated Range

$1,150$28,405

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM OAKRIDGE

OSSEO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$15,192

Cash Price

$13,673-10%

Negotiated Range

$525$15,192

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM CHIPPEWA VALLEY

BLOOMER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$15,192

Cash Price

$13,673-10%

Negotiated Range

$428$15,192

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-RED CEDAR INC

MENOMONIE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$15,192

Cash Price

$13,673-10%

Negotiated Range

$428$15,192

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-NORTHLAND

BARRON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$15,192

Cash Price

$13,673-10%

Negotiated Range

$428$15,192

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM EAU CLAIRE HOSPITAL

EAU CLAIRE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$15,192

Cash Price

$13,673-10%

Negotiated Range

$428$15,192

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-FRANCISCAN MEDICAL CENTER INC

LA CROSSE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$15,482

Cash Price

$13,934-10%

Negotiated Range

$112$15,482

MAYO CLINIC HLTH SYSTM FRANCISCAN HLTHCARE SPARTA

SPARTA, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$15,482

Cash Price

$13,934-10%

Negotiated Range

$428$15,172

OAKLEAF SURGICAL HOSPITAL

ALTOONA, WI · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$20,703

Cash Price

$18,633-10%

Negotiated Range

$12,717$26,175

BELLIN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER

GREEN BAY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$42,000

Cash Price

$27,300-35%

Negotiated Range

$10,836$37,800

BELLIN HEALTH OCONTO HOSPITAL

OCONTO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$42,000

Cash Price

$27,300-35%

Negotiated Range

$14,280$37,800

BELLIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

GREEN BAY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$42,000

Cash Price

$27,300-35%

Negotiated Range

$4,296$37,863

WESTERN WISCONSIN HEALTH

BALDWIN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$8,245

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,173$19,633

AURORA BAYCARE MEDICAL CTR

GREEN BAY, WI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

ASCENSION ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,916$40,016

ASCENSION SE WISCONSIN HOSPITAL

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,916$40,016

ASCENSION COLUMBIA ST MARYS HOSPITAL MILWAUKEE

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,771$28,491

ASCENSION NE WISCONSIN - ST ELIZABETH CAMPUS

APPLETON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,314$40,016

ASCENSION ALL SAINTS HOSPITAL

RACINE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,916$40,016

MILE BLUFF MEDICAL CENTER

MAUSTON, WI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$12,471$33,866

FROEDTERT COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

NEW BERLIN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$12,029$38,493

ST MARYS HOSPITAL SUPERIOR

SUPERIOR, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$12,689$12,867

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER SHEBOYGAN COUNTY

SHEBOYGAN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

GUNDERSEN TRI-COUNTY HOSPITAL & CLINICS

WHITEHALL, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,060$66,405

WEST ALLIS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WEST ALLIS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

ST VINCENT HOSPITAL

GREEN BAY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,349$28,059

ST JOSEPHS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL WEST BEND

WEST BEND, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,646$19,754

RICHLAND HOSPITAL

RICHLAND CENTER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,190$12,218

MIDWEST ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

FRANKLIN, WI · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,916$40,016

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - WESTON

WESTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,030$16,988

GUNDERSEN ST JOSEPHS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

HILLSBORO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,060$66,405

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - NEILLSVILLE

NEILLSVILLE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

GUNDERSEN MOUNDVIEW HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

FRIENDSHIP, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,060$66,405

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - BEAVER DAM (MMC-BD)

BEAVER DAM, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,387$26,530

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER

MARSHFIELD, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,973$16,988

HOLY FAMILY MEMORIAL

MANITOWOC, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,646$19,754

FROEDTERT MEMORIAL LUTHERAN HOSPITAL

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$12,463$21,512

COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

MENOMONEE FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,646$19,754

FLAMBEAU HOSPITAL

PARK FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,030$16,988

COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

COLUMBUS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$12,540$34,749

CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF WISCONSIN

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$13,774$37,141

BELOIT HEALTH SYSTEM

BELOIT, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$13,511$54,045

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER BAY AREA

MARINETTE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,129$26,520

AURORA ST LUKES MEDICAL CENTER

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,471$29,247

AURORA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BURLINGTON

BURLINGTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

AURORA PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL

WAUWATOSA, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,129$25,737

AURORA MEDICAL CTR WASHINGTON COUNTY

HARTFORD, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER KENOSHA

KENOSHA, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER - SUMMIT

SUMMIT, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER

GRAFTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,580$25,737

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost by City in Wisconsin

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Other States

What Affects TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Cost in Wisconsin

If you're researching total knee arthroplasty costs in Wisconsin, you'll find significant price differences between providers — even those just miles apart.

Surgical costs for total knee arthroplasty in Wisconsin 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 69 hospitals in Wisconsin, total knee arthroplasty prices range from $22 to $42,000 — a 1909.1x 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 Wisconsin

The setting where total knee arthroplasty is performed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access total knee arthroplasty at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Wisconsin offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.

In Wisconsin, the average cash price for total knee arthroplasty is $8,092, which is 26% lower than the average list price of $10,936. 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.

Related Procedure Costs

Frequently Asked Questions About Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Wisconsin

How much does TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY cost in Wisconsin?
The average cash price for total knee arthroplasty in Wisconsin is $8,092. Prices range from $22 to $42,000 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY prices vary so much in Wisconsin?
Hospital prices for total knee arthroplasty in Wisconsin differ based on facility type (hospital vs. independent center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.
Can I get a cheaper TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY by paying cash?
Yes. In Wisconsin, the average cash price for total knee arthroplasty is $8,092, which is 26% below the average list price of $10,936. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY in Wisconsin?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Wisconsin offers the lowest cash price for total knee arthroplasty. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.
Does insurance cover TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY?
Most health insurance plans cover total knee arthroplasty when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Contact your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.

Want the true total cost of TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY?

Total Care Cost surfaces bundled facility and professional pricing so you can compare options and cut out-of-pocket surprises before you schedule.

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.