Cost of a Hip Replacement Surgery Visit
in Alaska
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Alaska's vast geography and limited provider network drive orthopedic surgery costs approximately 35% above the national average, with Hip Replacement Surgery procedures ranging significantly across the state. Patients typically pay between $1,137 and $6,292, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $1,818 for Hip Replacement Surgery in Alaska. Alaska has 39 active Hip Replacement Surgery providers serving the state's 730,000 residents, creating both access challenges and cost variations between urban centers and remote communities.
Average
$3,083
Median
$1,818
Lowest
$1,137
Highest
$6,292
Providers
39
53% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does hip replacement compare to related procedures in Alaska?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,136 | $1,871 | $6,450 | 35 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $697 | $2,135 | 50 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $80 | $80 | $1,127 | 352 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $80 | $80 | $913 | 359 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $80 | $1,339 | 374 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,023 | $4,191 | 51 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $80 | $80 | $1,251 | 351 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $372 | $768 | 48 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $440 | $684 | $2,338 | 37 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $838 | $2,902 | 52 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $364 | $561 | $1,957 | 34 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 27130 — Total hip arthroplasty). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 27130 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 27130 (Total hip arthroplasty), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 27130 covers: the provider's professional fee for hip replacement. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Why Hip Replacement Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across Alaska
Alaska's healthcare costs run approximately 35% above national averages due to extreme geographic challenges, limited provider competition, and high operational costs in the Last Frontier. The state's sparse population spread across 665,000 square miles creates unique cost pressures, with many patients traveling hundreds of miles for specialized Hip Replacement Surgery care.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Anchorage and Fairbanks concentrate most of Alaska's orthopedic surgeons, forcing rural patients to travel long distances and often requiring overnight stays for Hip Replacement Surgery consultations. The Alaska Native Medical Center serves as a regional referral hub, but capacity limitations create waiting lists. Remote communities like Bethel, Nome, and Kotzebue have no local Hip Replacement Surgery options, dramatically increasing total care costs.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based orthopedic practices dominate Alaska's market, with Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Regional Hospital employing most Hip Replacement Surgery specialists in Anchorage. Independent surgical groups are rare due to high overhead costs and insurance contracting challenges. Hospital employment allows surgeons to share facility costs but often results in higher patient charges through facility fees.
Insurance Market Competition in Alaska
Premera Blue Cross dominates Alaska's individual and group insurance markets, limiting competitive pressure on negotiated rates for Hip Replacement Surgery services. The concentrated market gives the insurer significant leverage over provider reimbursement, but also reduces patient choice in network options. Limited insurer competition contributes to Alaska's high healthcare premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
Physician Supply and Demand in Alaska
Alaska's 39 active Hip Replacement Surgery providers serve a state population of over 730,000, indicating a shortage relative to national ratios. The physician shortage is most acute in rural areas, creating long wait times and forcing many patients to seek care outside Alaska. Limited supply allows established surgeons to command premium pricing while creating access barriers for patients needing timely Hip Replacement Surgery care.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Hip Replacement Surgery Costs in Alaska
What is the average cost of a Hip Replacement Surgery visit in Alaska without insurance?
Does Alaska Medicaid cover Hip Replacement Surgery visits?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Hip Replacement Surgery visit in Alaska?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 27130)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $10,565 | $4,747 |
| 2 | Alaska Range: $1,137 – $6,292 | $3,083 |
| 3 | Connecticut Range: $807 – $6,060 | $2,863 |
| 4 | New York Range: $900 – $6,060 | $2,750 |
| 5 | Georgia Range: $1,115 – $5,088 | $2,741 |
| 6 | Massachusetts Range: $80 – $6,060 | $2,717 |
| 7 | Wyoming Range: $1,632 – $4,245 | $2,717 |
| 8 | Rhode Island Range: $80 – $6,060 | $2,706 |
| 9 | New Hampshire Range: $1,435 – $4,083 | $2,653 |
| 10 | Montana Range: $80 – $6,442 | $2,639 |
| 11 | Delaware Range: $80 – $6,060 | $2,571 |
| 12 | Nebraska Range: $1,627 – $3,012 | $2,526 |
| 13 | Pennsylvania Range: $80 – $6,060 | $2,506 |
| 14 | Washington Range: $1,500 – $3,707 | $2,415 |
| 15 | Iowa Range: $91 – $3,950 | $2,326 |
| 16 | New Jersey Range: $953 – $4,590 | $2,322 |
| 17 | Maine Range: $1,585 – $2,639 | $2,238 |
| 18 | New Mexico Range: $1,203 – $3,377 | $2,225 |
| 19 | District of Columbia Range: $1,045 – $3,311 | $2,214 |
| 20 | West Virginia Range: $90 – $4,590 | $2,119 |
| 21 | Colorado Range: $940 – $3,328 | $2,082 |
| 22 | Utah Range: $90 – $2,909 | $1,936 |
| 23 | North Carolina Range: $90 – $3,786 | $1,919 |
| 24 | Vermont Range: $959 – $3,289 | $1,902 |
| 25 | Oregon Range: $90 – $3,637 | $1,883 |
| 26 | Mississippi Range: $1,040 – $3,084 | $1,819 |
| 27 | Illinois Range: $85 – $3,707 | $1,819 |
| 28 | Missouri Range: $1,274 – $2,249 | $1,813 |
| 29 | Kentucky Range: $386 – $3,244 | $1,804 |
| 30 | Tennessee Range: $1,095 – $2,579 | $1,792 |
| 31 | Indiana Range: $85 – $3,549 | $1,751 |
| 32 | Nevada Range: $1,115 – $2,360 | $1,717 |
| 33 | California Range: $80 – $3,012 | $1,704 |
| 34 | Kansas Range: $1,274 – $2,226 | $1,700 |
| 35 | Maryland Range: $1,124 – $2,667 | $1,694 |
| 36 | Virginia Range: $920 – $2,659 | $1,684 |
| 37 | Louisiana Range: $960 – $2,505 | $1,674 |
| 38 | Idaho Range: $90 – $3,023 | $1,652 |
| 39 | Hawaii Range: $90 – $2,947 | $1,644 |
| 40 | South Dakota Range: $90 – $3,012 | $1,624 |
| 41 | Michigan Range: $80 – $2,869 | $1,566 |
| 42 | Arizona Range: $1,097 – $2,279 | $1,504 |
| 43 | Arkansas Range: $90 – $2,535 | $1,488 |
| 44 | South Carolina Range: $80 – $2,907 | $1,477 |
| 45 | Alabama Range: $80 – $2,767 | $1,453 |
| 46 | Ohio Range: $85 – $2,491 | $1,331 |
| 47 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $2,536 | $1,298 |
| 48 | Texas Range: $90 – $2,602 | $1,277 |
| 49 | Minnesota Range: $91 – $3,227 | $1,136 |
| 50 | Florida Range: $35 – $2,391 | $827 |
| 51 | North Dakota Range: $91 – $2,019 | $734 |