Cost of a Knee Replacement Surgery Visit
in Colorado
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Colorado's healthcare costs run approximately 7% above the national average, reflecting the state's competitive insurance market dominated by UnitedHealth, Anthem, and Kaiser Permanente. Patients seeking Knee Replacement Surgery typically pay between $1,136 and $3,475, with a median cost of $2,049 based on negotiated insurance rates from over 1,282 active providers across the state. Browse all Knee Replacement Surgery providers in Colorado to compare costs and find the right specialist for your needs.
Average
$2,220
Median
$2,049
Lowest
$1,136
Highest
$3,475
Providers
1,282
2% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does knee replacement compare to related procedures in Colorado?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $940 | $1,978 | $3,328 | 1,345 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $808 | $2,114 | 1,468 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $452 | $805 | $1,326 | 1,321 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $90 | $940 | $1,635 | 1,256 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $85 | $789 | $1,421 | 1,461 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,202 | $2,204 | 1,315 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $526 | $855 | $1,567 | 1,308 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $385 | $694 | 1,441 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $441 | $712 | $1,242 | 1,269 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $877 | $1,561 | 1,292 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $364 | $629 | $1,110 | 1,293 |
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 27447 — Total knee 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 27447 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 27447 (Total knee arthroplasty), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 27447 covers: the provider's professional fee for knee 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 Colorado
These hospitals in Colorado are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
DURANGO, CO
FRISCO, CO
LAKEWOOD, CO
GRAND JUNCTION, CO
CORTEZ, CO
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Knee Replacement Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across Colorado
Colorado's healthcare costs run approximately 7% above the national average, driven by the state's mountain geography that concentrates specialists in urban corridors while leaving rural areas underserved. The competitive Denver-Boulder metropolitan insurance market contrasts sharply with limited provider options in mountain and plains communities.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Denver-Boulder-Fort Collins corridor contains the majority of Colorado's orthopedic surgeons, while rural areas from the Western Slope to the Eastern Plains often require patients to travel hours for specialized knee replacement surgery. Mountain communities like Vail and Aspen have some orthopedic specialists due to sports medicine demand, but most complex procedures are still referred to Denver metro hospitals. This geographic concentration drives up costs in urban areas while creating access barriers in rural regions.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Major health systems like UCHealth, Presbyterian St. Joseph, and SCL Health dominate Colorado's hospital market, with their outpatient surgery centers typically charging higher facility fees than independent ambulatory surgery centers. Denver's competitive market has spawned numerous specialty orthopedic surgery centers that often offer more transparent pricing and shorter wait times. Rural hospitals may lack the volume and specialized equipment for complex knee replacements, requiring referrals to larger urban centers.
Insurance Market Competition in Colorado
UnitedHealth, Anthem, and Kaiser Permanente compete vigorously in Colorado's individual and group insurance markets, leading to varied negotiated rates with orthopedic providers across the state. The state's robust insurance exchange and Medicaid expansion have created a more competitive environment than many neighboring states. Rural areas may have fewer insurer options, potentially leading to less favorable negotiated rates with the limited available specialists.
Physician Supply and Demand in Colorado
With over 1,282 providers performing knee replacement procedures, Colorado has a relatively robust supply of orthopedic surgeons compared to many states, though distribution heavily favors urban areas. The state's active population and outdoor recreation culture create steady demand for orthopedic services, particularly sports medicine and joint replacement. Wait times for elective knee replacement surgery are generally shorter in the Denver metro area than in rural regions where patients may need to travel to access care.
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 Replacement Surgery Costs in Colorado
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 27447)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $10,559 | $4,785 |
| 2 | Rhode Island Range: $1,136 – $6,051 | $3,170 |
| 3 | Alaska Range: $1,136 – $6,451 | $3,152 |
| 4 | Massachusetts Range: $1,061 – $6,051 | $3,102 |
| 5 | Connecticut Range: $909 – $6,051 | $2,917 |
| 6 | Delaware Range: $1,005 – $6,051 | $2,914 |
| 7 | Montana Range: $92 – $6,877 | $2,879 |
| 8 | Pennsylvania Range: $909 – $6,051 | $2,837 |
| 9 | Wyoming Range: $1,657 – $4,492 | $2,807 |
| 10 | South Dakota Range: $1,099 – $5,330 | $2,798 |
| 11 | Georgia Range: $1,131 – $5,082 | $2,783 |
| 12 | New York Range: $898 – $6,051 | $2,746 |
| 13 | Minnesota Range: $873 – $5,078 | $2,705 |
| 14 | New Hampshire Range: $1,433 – $4,078 | $2,650 |
| 15 | Iowa Range: $95 – $4,753 | $2,594 |
| 16 | West Virginia Range: $1,204 – $4,734 | $2,556 |
| 17 | Nebraska Range: $1,637 – $3,009 | $2,527 |
| 18 | Washington Range: $1,606 – $3,703 | $2,474 |
| 19 | New Jersey Range: $952 – $4,588 | $2,321 |
| 20 | New Mexico Range: $1,216 – $3,606 | $2,318 |
| 21 | North Carolina Range: $1,136 – $3,785 | $2,311 |
| 22 | Maine Range: $1,713 – $2,689 | $2,297 |
| 23 | Oregon Range: $1,116 – $3,635 | $2,288 |
| 24 | District of Columbia Range: $1,061 – $3,475 | $2,286 |
| 25 | Colorado Range: $1,136 – $3,475 | $2,220 |
| 26 | North Dakota Range: $1,198 – $3,475 | $2,189 |
| 27 | Utah Range: $842 – $2,906 | $2,184 |
| 28 | Kentucky Range: $977 – $3,564 | $2,126 |
| 29 | Michigan Range: $1,136 – $3,355 | $2,121 |
| 30 | Maryland Range: $1,204 – $3,475 | $2,015 |
| 31 | Idaho Range: $1,061 – $3,049 | $2,001 |
| 32 | Indiana Range: $90 – $4,087 | $1,966 |
| 33 | Hawaii Range: $1,018 – $2,946 | $1,953 |
| 34 | Vermont Range: $958 – $3,286 | $1,900 |
| 35 | South Carolina Range: $1,060 – $3,108 | $1,898 |
| 36 | Mississippi Range: $1,039 – $3,303 | $1,895 |
| 37 | Illinois Range: $85 – $3,789 | $1,884 |
| 38 | Arkansas Range: $1,138 – $2,603 | $1,878 |
| 39 | Texas Range: $1,056 – $3,006 | $1,877 |
| 40 | California Range: $75 – $3,286 | $1,863 |
| 41 | Nevada Range: $1,136 – $2,632 | $1,853 |
| 42 | Alabama Range: $964 – $2,946 | $1,845 |
| 43 | Tennessee Range: $1,147 – $2,647 | $1,843 |
| 44 | Missouri Range: $1,272 – $2,246 | $1,811 |
| 45 | Virginia Range: $976 – $2,946 | $1,798 |
| 46 | Louisiana Range: $989 – $2,664 | $1,757 |
| 47 | Kansas Range: $1,272 – $2,223 | $1,698 |
| 48 | Ohio Range: $848 – $2,491 | $1,603 |
| 49 | Arizona Range: $1,097 – $2,276 | $1,503 |
| 50 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $2,533 | $1,311 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $2,438 | $843 |