Cost of a Knee Arthroscopy Visit
in New Jersey
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Jersey's healthcare market operates at approximately 17% above national cost averages, driven by high concentrations of hospital-based specialty practices and limited insurer competition in many regions. Knee Arthroscopy procedures typically range from $411.75 to $1,844.82 based on negotiated insurance rates, with a median cost of $577.53 across the state's 6,494 active providers. Patients throughout New Jersey can browse orthopedic specialists and sports medicine providers to compare costs and find in-network options that fit their insurance coverage.
Average
$945
Median
$578
Lowest
$412
Highest
$1,845
Providers
6,494
0% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does knee arthroscopy compare to related procedures in New Jersey?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $952 | $1,422 | $4,588 | 6,486 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $953 | $1,424 | $4,590 | 6,528 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $364 | $625 | $1,380 | 6,526 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $388 | $664 | $1,827 | 6,521 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $340 | $546 | $1,669 | 6,585 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $627 | $1,045 | $2,093 | 6,519 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $406 | $566 | $1,411 | 6,484 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $170 | $273 | $833 | 6,523 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $309 | $475 | $1,435 | 6,484 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $314 | $558 | $1,446 | 6,513 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $265 | $519 | $2,119 | 6,490 |
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 Jersey
These hospitals in New Jersey are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
BROWNS MILLS, NJ
MORRISTOWN, NJ
ENGLEWOOD, NJ
PLAINSBORO, NJ
PARAMUS, NJ
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 Jersey
New Jersey operates at 17% above national healthcare cost averages, reflecting the state's proximity to high-cost metropolitan areas and dense concentration of academic medical centers. The state's compact geography creates intense competition for specialist services in urban corridors while leaving some rural areas underserved.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Northern New Jersey's proximity to New York City creates a high concentration of orthopedic specialists and surgical centers, while southern regions have fewer options and longer travel times for specialized care. This geographic imbalance can drive up costs in underserved areas where patients have limited provider choices for arthroscopic procedures.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Many orthopedic practices in New Jersey have been acquired by large health systems like RWJBarnabas Health and Atlantic Health System, leading to higher facility fees and administrative costs. Independent ambulatory surgery centers often provide the same arthroscopic procedures at significantly lower costs than hospital-based outpatient departments.
Insurance Market Competition in New Jersey
While Horizon BCBS, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare dominate the New Jersey market, the moderate concentration still allows for some competitive pressure on negotiated rates. Regional insurers and newer entrants provide additional options in certain markets, though provider network breadth varies significantly between plans.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Jersey
With 6,494 providers offering Knee Arthroscopy services across New Jersey, the state has relatively good specialist availability compared to national averages. This adequate supply helps moderate pricing pressure and typically allows patients to schedule procedures within 2-4 weeks, though popular surgeons in northern regions may have longer wait times.
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 Jersey
What is the average cost of a Knee Arthroscopy visit in New Jersey without insurance?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Knee Arthroscopy visit in New Jersey?
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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 |