Becker's Healthcare June 9, 2023
Claire Wallace

The average cost of a knee arthroscopy with cartilage removal at an ASC is $3,412, compared to $5,226 at a hospital outpatient department, according to data from Sidecar Health’s care price calculator.

Additionally, the cost of a hip arthroscopy is $5,871 at an ASC versus $9,844 at an HOPD.

Here is a breakdown of the costs associated with each procedure at an ASC versus an HOPD:

Hip arthroscopy at an ASC:

Orthopedic surgeon visit provider fee: $132

Provider fee to remove hip joint lining or socket cartilage using endoscope: $1,060

Surgery center fee to remove hip joint lining or socket cartilage using endoscope: $3,505

Radiology fee for MRI of hip, knee, or ankle joint:...

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