Cost of a Hip Replacement Surgery Visit
in Arkansas
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Arkansas has one of the highest rates of arthritis-related disability in the nation, with over 26% of adults reporting joint pain that limits daily activities. Patients seeking Hip Replacement Surgery typically pay between $90 and $2,535 for initial procedures, with a median cost of $1,839 based on current insurer-negotiated rates. With 109 active Hip Replacement Surgery providers across Arkansas, patients have options to browse all providers in Arkansas for the most appropriate care.
Average
$1,488
Median
$1,839
Lowest
$90
Highest
$2,535
Providers
109
26% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does hip replacement compare to related procedures in Arkansas?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,138 | $1,894 | $2,603 | 99 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $746 | $1,042 | 118 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $479 | $752 | $1,034 | 99 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $416 | $929 | $1,328 | 117 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $85 | $840 | $1,236 | 140 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,180 | $1,600 | 113 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $433 | $887 | $1,074 | 102 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $399 | $561 | 111 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $461 | $734 | $1,043 | 96 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $833 | $1,107 | 109 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $294 | $596 | $790 | 105 |
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.
Top-Rated Hospitals in Arkansas
These hospitals in Arkansas are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
FAYETTEVILLE, AR
NASHVILLE, AR
LITTLE ROCK, AR
BRYANT, AR
NO LITTLE ROCK, AR
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Hip Replacement Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across Arkansas
Arkansas Hip Replacement Surgery costs run approximately 12% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower overall healthcare spending and limited market competition. The state's rural geography creates significant access challenges, with many patients traveling hours to reach specialized orthopedic centers in Little Rock or Northwest Arkansas.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Most Hip Replacement Surgery specialists concentrate in Little Rock, Fayetteville-Springdale, and Jonesboro, leaving large rural areas underserved. Patients in the Arkansas Delta region often face 100+ mile drives to reach specialized joint replacement centers. This geographic clustering allows urban providers to maintain premium pricing while rural patients bear additional travel and lodging costs.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned orthopedic clinics in Arkansas typically charge higher fees than independent surgical practices due to facility overhead costs. Major health systems like Baptist Health and CHI St. Vincent dominate the state's orthopedic market, often acquiring independent practices. Academic medical centers like UAMS command the highest rates but offer access to the latest joint replacement techniques and research protocols.
Insurance Market Competition in Arkansas
BCBS Arkansas controls roughly 75% of the commercial insurance market, giving the insurer significant leverage in negotiating Hip Replacement Surgery rates. This market concentration limits price competition among orthopedic providers who must accept BCBS contract terms to maintain patient volume. Smaller insurers like QualChoice and UnitedHealthcare serve niche markets but have less negotiating power with specialist networks.
Physician Supply and Demand in Arkansas
With 109 active Hip Replacement Surgery providers statewide, Arkansas maintains adequate specialist availability in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. The state's aging population drives increasing demand for joint replacement services, allowing established orthopedic practices to maintain higher fees. New graduates often start in employed positions with health systems rather than independent practice, consolidating market power among large providers.
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 Arkansas
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Does Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
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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 |