Cost of a Knee Arthroscopy Visit
in Nebraska
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Nebraska's healthcare landscape features a mix of academic medical centers in Omaha and Lincoln alongside regional hospitals serving rural communities, creating varied pricing for specialized procedures. Knee Arthroscopy procedures in Nebraska show negotiated rates ranging from $654.98 to $1,294.11, with patients typically paying between these amounts depending on their insurance coverage and deductible status. The state's 2,183 active providers performing these procedures offer patients multiple options for accessing arthroscopic knee treatments across both metropolitan and rural areas.
Average
$1,041
Median
$1,174
Lowest
$655
Highest
$1,294
Providers
2,183
11% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does knee arthroscopy compare to related procedures in Nebraska?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,637 | $2,935 | $3,009 | 2,178 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,627 | $2,938 | $3,012 | 2,188 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $641 | $1,209 | $1,313 | 2,182 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $796 | $1,428 | $1,526 | 2,193 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $726 | $1,304 | $1,396 | 2,202 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $1,076 | $1,972 | $2,164 | 2,184 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $765 | $1,426 | $1,627 | 2,181 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $347 | $640 | $705 | 2,176 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $637 | $1,131 | $1,214 | 2,174 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $760 | $1,392 | $1,529 | 2,177 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $513 | $939 | $1,068 | 2,178 |
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 29881 — Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy). 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 29881 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 29881 (Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 29881 covers: the provider's professional fee for knee arthroscopy. 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 Nebraska
These hospitals in Nebraska are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
OMAHA, NE
OMAHA, NE
SUPERIOR, NE
OMAHA, NE
HOLDREGE, NE
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Knee Arthroscopy Visit Costs Vary Across Nebraska
Nebraska's healthcare costs run approximately 1% below national averages, benefiting from the state's lower cost of living while maintaining quality care through major medical centers in Omaha and Lincoln. The state's mix of urban medical hubs and rural communities creates distinct pricing patterns for specialized procedures like arthroscopic surgery.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Omaha and Lincoln concentrate most of Nebraska's orthopedic surgeons, creating competitive pricing and shorter wait times for Knee Arthroscopy procedures. Rural areas often require patients to travel to regional centers like North Platte or Scottsbluff, where fewer providers may result in higher costs and longer scheduling delays.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Nebraska's academic medical centers, including the University of Nebraska Medical Center, typically charge higher facility fees than independent ambulatory surgery centers. Community hospitals in smaller cities may offer competitive pricing to attract patients from surrounding rural areas, while maintaining quality through partnerships with urban specialists.
Insurance Market Competition in Nebraska
The dominance of BCBS Nebraska, UHC, and Aetna creates moderate insurer competition, with each maintaining distinct provider networks that affect patient access and pricing. Rural areas may have limited insurer options, potentially reducing negotiated rate competition compared to the Omaha-Lincoln corridor.
Physician Supply and Demand in Nebraska
With 2,183 providers performing arthroscopic procedures statewide, Nebraska maintains adequate specialist availability relative to its population, though geographic distribution favors urban areas. This supply pattern helps contain costs in metropolitan areas while potentially increasing prices in underserved rural regions where travel and limited competition affect pricing.
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 — Knee Arthroscopy Costs in Nebraska
What is the average cost of a Knee Arthroscopy visit in Nebraska without insurance?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Knee Arthroscopy visit in Nebraska?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 29881)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California Range: $80 – $8,767 | $2,976 |
| 2 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $4,236 | $1,989 |
| 3 | Idaho Range: $80 – $4,173 | $1,697 |
| 4 | Rhode Island Range: $452 – $2,410 | $1,253 |
| 5 | Massachusetts Range: $438 – $2,410 | $1,247 |
| 6 | Minnesota Range: $338 – $2,258 | $1,163 |
| 7 | Connecticut Range: $366 – $2,410 | $1,161 |
| 8 | Delaware Range: $412 – $2,410 | $1,154 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania Range: $366 – $2,410 | $1,133 |
| 10 | Wyoming Range: $648 – $1,845 | $1,133 |
| 11 | New York Range: $384 – $2,410 | $1,111 |
| 12 | Georgia Range: $450 – $2,024 | $1,109 |
| 13 | Iowa Range: $452 – $1,680 | $1,102 |
| 14 | New Hampshire Range: $573 – $1,631 | $1,073 |
| 15 | Nebraska Range: $655 – $1,294 | $1,041 |
| 16 | West Virginia Range: $482 – $1,901 | $1,025 |
| 17 | South Dakota Range: $387 – $1,811 | $991 |
| 18 | District of Columbia Range: $443 – $1,591 | $987 |
| 19 | New Jersey Range: $412 – $1,845 | $945 |
| 20 | Maine Range: $634 – $1,087 | $925 |
| 21 | North Carolina Range: $450 – $1,504 | $916 |
| 22 | North Dakota Range: $331 – $1,591 | $891 |
| 23 | Illinois Range: $90 – $1,895 | $880 |
| 24 | Maryland Range: $485 – $1,591 | $878 |
| 25 | New Mexico Range: $487 – $1,281 | $869 |
| 26 | Colorado Range: $452 – $1,326 | $861 |
| 27 | Utah Range: $80 – $1,294 | $844 |
| 28 | Kentucky Range: $394 – $1,419 | $843 |
| 29 | Michigan Range: $452 – $1,294 | $833 |
| 30 | Oregon Range: $80 – $1,591 | $811 |
| 31 | Indiana Range: $90 – $1,642 | $798 |
| 32 | Vermont Range: $410 – $1,326 | $788 |
| 33 | Washington Range: $80 – $1,475 | $773 |
| 34 | Texas Range: $421 – $1,250 | $765 |
| 35 | South Carolina Range: $422 – $1,266 | $765 |
| 36 | Mississippi Range: $424 – $1,330 | $761 |
| 37 | Arkansas Range: $479 – $1,034 | $755 |
| 38 | Tennessee Range: $466 – $1,057 | $738 |
| 39 | Alabama Range: $382 – $1,165 | $722 |
| 40 | Missouri Range: $507 – $892 | $720 |
| 41 | Virginia Range: $389 – $1,182 | $719 |
| 42 | Nevada Range: $452 – $1,051 | $717 |
| 43 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $1,287 | $706 |
| 44 | Louisiana Range: $394 – $1,089 | $693 |
| 45 | Oklahoma Range: $442 – $1,009 | $671 |
| 46 | Kansas Range: $507 – $860 | $668 |
| 47 | Ohio Range: $338 – $983 | $635 |
| 48 | Arizona Range: $452 – $907 | $604 |
| 49 | Alaska Range: $80 – $1,127 | $429 |
| 50 | Montana Range: $80 – $985 | $382 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $980 | $357 |