Cost of a Knee Arthroscopy Visit
in New Hampshire
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Hampshire's concentrated healthcare market, dominated by just a few major health systems, creates unique pricing dynamics for orthopedic procedures like knee arthroscopy. Knee Arthroscopy patients in the Granite State typically encounter negotiated rates ranging from $573 to $1,631, with a median cost of $1,014 based on insurer-negotiated prices that run approximately 42% above national averages. The state maintains over 3,600 active providers performing knee arthroscopy procedures, offering patients substantial choice when browsing all providers in New Hampshire.
Average
$1,073
Median
$1,014
Lowest
$573
Highest
$1,631
Providers
3,662
14% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does knee arthroscopy compare to related procedures in New Hampshire?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,433 | $2,439 | $4,078 | 3,658 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,434 | $2,442 | $4,083 | 3,670 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $528 | $993 | $1,548 | 3,663 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $634 | $1,240 | $1,921 | 3,676 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $558 | $1,131 | $1,752 | 3,682 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $887 | $1,611 | $2,143 | 3,663 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $563 | $1,251 | $1,719 | 3,662 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $290 | $545 | $831 | 3,657 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $504 | $981 | $1,521 | 3,656 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $536 | $1,233 | $1,658 | 3,659 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $429 | $818 | $1,267 | 3,658 |
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 New Hampshire
These hospitals in New Hampshire are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
LITTLETON, NH
LEBANON, NH
DOVER, NH
LEBANON, NH
NEW LONDON, NH
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 New Hampshire
New Hampshire's healthcare costs run approximately 11% above national averages, reflecting the state's proximity to expensive Boston-area medical markets and limited insurer competition. The Granite State's small population spread across rural northern regions creates access challenges that influence orthopedic procedure pricing.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Manchester, Nashua, and Portsmouth areas concentrate most orthopedic specialists, while northern New Hampshire residents often travel significant distances for knee arthroscopy procedures. This geographic disparity creates higher effective costs for rural patients due to travel expenses and limited provider choice.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and other major health systems dominate New Hampshire's orthopedic landscape, with hospital-based facilities typically charging premium rates compared to independent ambulatory surgery centers. Smaller surgical centers in Manchester and Concord often provide competitive pricing for routine arthroscopic procedures.
Insurance Market Competition in New Hampshire
Anthem's strong market presence alongside Harvard Pilgrim and Cigna creates moderate insurer competition, though fewer options than larger states typically mean higher negotiated rates. The concentrated market allows major health systems to maintain pricing power in contract negotiations.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Hampshire
With over 3,600 active providers performing knee arthroscopy procedures, New Hampshire maintains adequate orthopedic access relative to its population of 1.4 million residents. This healthy provider-to-patient ratio helps moderate wait times, though rural areas still face access challenges requiring travel to urban centers.
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 New Hampshire
What is the average cost of a Knee Arthroscopy visit in New Hampshire without insurance?
Does New Hampshire Medicaid cover Knee Arthroscopy visits?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Knee Arthroscopy visit in New Hampshire?
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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 |