Cost of a Knee Replacement Surgery Visit
in Nevada
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Nevada's healthcare costs run approximately 8% above the national average, with Las Vegas driving much of the state's growing ambulatory surgery center market. Knee Replacement Surgery patients typically face significant cost variations across the state's urban-rural divide, though specific pricing data for comprehensive knee replacement procedures remains limited in current transparency reports. Nevada maintains over 2,500 active orthopedic providers, with concentrated expertise in Las Vegas and Reno metropolitan areas where patients can browse specialized knee replacement surgeons.
Average
$1,853
Median
$1,791
Lowest
$1,136
Highest
$2,632
Providers
2,510
19% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does knee replacement compare to related procedures in Nevada?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,115 | $1,675 | $2,360 | 2,552 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $415 | $808 | $1,453 | 2,588 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $452 | $648 | $1,051 | 2,525 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $536 | $706 | $1,081 | 2,469 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $464 | $571 | $983 | 2,562 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $649 | $825 | $1,500 | 2,555 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $463 | $628 | $1,103 | 2,534 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $228 | $284 | $481 | 2,577 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $423 | $506 | $859 | 2,511 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $300 | $508 | $1,022 | 2,445 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $352 | $439 | $746 | 2,527 |
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 Nevada
These hospitals in Nevada are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
LAS VEGAS, NV
N. LAS VEGAS, NV
GARDNERVILLE, NV
Nellis AFB, NV
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 Nevada
Healthcare costs in Nevada run approximately 8% above national averages, driven by the state's rapid population growth and concentrated provider networks in Las Vegas and Reno. The Las Vegas market has experienced significant expansion in ambulatory surgery centers, creating more competitive pricing options for outpatient orthopedic procedures.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Most of Nevada's orthopedic surgeons practice in Clark County (Las Vegas) and Washoe County (Reno), leaving rural areas like Elko, Ely, and Fallon with limited local options. Rural patients often travel 200+ miles for knee replacement surgery, adding travel and lodging costs to their overall healthcare expenses. This geographic concentration allows urban providers to maintain higher pricing due to convenience and reduced competition in outlying areas.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned orthopedic clinics in Nevada typically charge higher facility fees than independent surgery centers, reflecting higher overhead costs and administrative complexity. Major health systems like Dignity Health and HCA Healthcare dominate the Las Vegas market, while Renown Health anchors northern Nevada's orthopedic services. Standalone ambulatory surgery centers often offer more transparent pricing and lower total costs for knee replacement procedures.
Insurance Market Competition in Nevada
UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, and Aetna compete actively in Nevada's individual and employer markets, creating relatively robust insurer choice compared to more concentrated state markets. This competition helps moderate negotiated rates with orthopedic providers, though rural areas may see less competitive pricing due to limited provider options. The state's lack of an all-payer claims database makes it harder for patients to comparison shop effectively across insurance plans.
Physician Supply and Demand in Nevada
Nevada maintains a relatively strong supply of orthopedic surgeons concentrated in urban areas, with over 2,500 active providers statewide indicating adequate availability in metropolitan markets. However, subspecialty fellowship-trained knee replacement surgeons remain more limited, particularly in northern Nevada outside of Reno. This specialization creates some pricing power for high-volume knee replacement surgeons, though competition from surgery centers helps moderate facility 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 — Knee Replacement Surgery Costs in Nevada
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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 |