Cost of a Hip Replacement Surgery Visit
in Washington
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Washington's Cascade Health Alliance and integrated health systems serve a population where orthopedic conditions affect nearly 15% of adults statewide. Hip Replacement Surgery procedures in Washington show significant cost variation, with patients typically experiencing expenses ranging from the available negotiated rates, though specific pricing data varies by provider and insurance plan. Washington maintains over 2,200 active Hip Replacement Surgery providers across urban centers like Seattle and rural counties east of the mountains, giving patients multiple options when selecting care.
Average
$2,415
Median
$2,037
Lowest
$1,500
Highest
$3,707
Providers
2,234
20% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does hip replacement compare to related procedures in Washington?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,606 | $2,114 | $3,703 | 2,174 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $616 | $966 | $1,521 | 2,220 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $80 | $764 | $1,475 | 4,308 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $80 | $806 | $1,815 | 5,408 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $794 | $1,832 | 5,463 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $985 | $1,415 | $2,480 | 2,213 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $80 | $857 | $1,793 | 4,297 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $324 | $434 | $889 | 2,197 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $592 | $768 | $1,594 | 2,162 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $585 | $946 | $1,804 | 2,200 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $490 | $669 | $1,221 | 2,180 |
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 Washington
These hospitals in Washington are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
SPOKANE, WA
CLARKSTON, WA
PULLMAN, WA
PORT TOWNSEND, WA
PROSSER, WA
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 Washington
Hip Replacement Surgery costs in Washington run approximately 10% above national averages, reflecting the state's higher healthcare wages and facility costs concentrated in the Puget Sound region. The state's geography creates distinct cost zones, with Seattle and Bellevue commanding premium rates while eastern Washington communities offer more competitive pricing.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Seattle's concentration of major medical centers like UW Medicine, Swedish, and Virginia Mason creates abundant Hip Replacement Surgery options but drives up competition-based pricing in King County. Rural counties east of the Cascades often have limited orthopedic specialists, requiring patients to travel to Spokane, Yakima, or Seattle for complex hip procedures. This geographic disparity affects not just access but also the total cost of care when factoring in travel and lodging expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned orthopedic practices in Washington carry higher overhead costs that translate to increased patient bills, particularly at major systems like UW Medicine and MultiCare. Independent Hip Replacement Surgery practices often offer more competitive rates but may have limited surgical facility access for complex procedures. Washington's certificate-of-need laws historically limited surgery center development, concentrating expensive procedures in hospital settings.
Insurance Market Competition in Washington
Washington's competitive insurance landscape includes Premera Blue Cross, Regence BlueShield, Kaiser Permanente, and UnitedHealthcare, each negotiating different rates with Hip Replacement Surgery providers. The state's robust individual marketplace competition helps keep some prices in check, though consolidation among health systems has strengthened provider negotiating positions. Rural Washington areas have fewer insurer options, sometimes limiting patient choices for in-network orthopedic care.
Physician Supply and Demand in Washington
With over 2,200 active Hip Replacement Surgery providers statewide, Washington maintains a relatively strong orthopedic specialist supply compared to national averages, particularly in urban areas. This adequate supply helps moderate pricing in competitive markets like Seattle, though subspecialty hip replacement surgeons remain concentrated in major metropolitan areas. Rural Washington continues to experience orthopedic shortages, sometimes leading to longer wait times but not necessarily higher per-visit costs.
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 Washington
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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 |