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ACL Surgery (ACL Reconstruction) Cost in Indiana (2026)

Slightly below the national average · RPP 95.8 · IN

Indiana Average
$19,160
▼ -4.2% below national
Typical Range
$9,580 – $28,740
National avg: $20,000
Editorial view of Indiana
Regional Pricing Confidence
88% Confidence Index
The Indiana Market

What Drives Pricing Here

Three factors explain most of why acl surgery (acl reconstruction) costs what it does in Indiana.

Regional Price Parity

Indiana's cost-of-living index sits at 95.8 — meaningfully below the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

56 facilities perform this procedure in Indiana — competition keeps pricing honest and gives you real leverage to shop quotes.

Vs. National Benchmark

At -4.2% below the national average ($20,000), Indiana is a discount market. Often driven by lower overhead or less metro concentration — quality can still be excellent.

State Context

ACL Surgery (ACL Reconstruction) in Indiana: What to Know

In Indiana, ACL reconstruction is commonly performed, particularly in hubs like Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, and Noblesville. Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne utilizes advanced arthroscopic techniques and instrumentation for anatomical ACL reconstruction, with individualized rehabilitation programs. Riverview Health in Noblesville is also a leading provider of ACL surgeries. These facilities aim to return patients, including athletes, to their pre-injury activity levels through specialized surgical interventions and physical therapy.

If you're seeking more affordable options, consider exploring facilities in Evansville or Fort Wayne, where average payments for ACL reconstruction have been reported lower than the state average. While Indiana doesn't appear to be a major destination for out-of-state ACL surgery patients, comparing costs and services across different facilities can help you find the best value. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Indiana

ACL Surgery (ACL Reconstruction) pricing in Indiana comes in modestly under the US average. This is the typical expense structure.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$4,024 - $7,472

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$4,024 - $7,472

Implants & Supplies

$2,012 - $3,736

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$2,012 - $3,736

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$1,341 - $2,491

Total Estimated Cost

Indiana all-in range

$9,580 – $28,740

Financing Options

Many Indiana clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $19,160 looks like:

$798/mo
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Cost estimates are adjusted for regional pricing. See how we calculate state-level costs →

Ranges adjusted for Indiana's regional price parity (95.8). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Indiana

Here are the highest-volume acl surgery (acl reconstruction) providers in Indiana. All rates come from CMS Medicare claims data — actual payments, not list prices.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Ascension St Vincent Evansville Evansville $2,756 $2,188 259
Orthoindy Hospital Indianapolis $2,833 $2,240 238
The Orthopaedic Hospital Of Lutheran Health Networ Fort Wayne $2,527 $1,999 196
Union Hospital Inc Terre Haute $2,880 $2,294 157
Reid Health Richmond $2,816 $2,237 108
Ascension St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis $2,744 $2,154 100
Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital Lafayette $2,811 $2,232 98
Physicians' Medical Center Llc New Albany $2,626 $2,081 71
Deaconess Hospital Inc Evansville $2,740 $2,183 69
Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center Jasper $2,633 $2,078 68
Regional Comparison

ACL Surgery (ACL Reconstruction) Cost in Nearby States

See how Indiana's acl surgery (acl reconstruction) costs compare to neighboring states. Prices can vary significantly even across state lines.

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Indiana Patients

Local regulations, insurance nuance, and surgical standards specific to Indiana.

Compare Indiana with any other state

See national pricing, all 50 state comparisons, and detailed cost factors in the main acl surgery (acl reconstruction) cost guide.

View full acl surgery (acl reconstruction) guide
How much does acl surgery (acl reconstruction) cost in Indiana?
The average cost of acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Indiana is $19,160. Prices typically range from $9,580 to $28,740, depending on the facility, provider, and your specific case.
Will my health insurance pay for acl surgery (acl reconstruction)?
Most insurance plans cover acl surgery (acl reconstruction) when it's deemed medically necessary. You'll typically need pre-authorization from your insurer, and staying in-network with a Indiana provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
What's the recovery time for acl surgery (acl reconstruction)?
Most Indiana patients need 42 to 180 days to fully recover from acl surgery (acl reconstruction). Your surgeon will schedule follow-ups during this window to monitor healing. At Indiana's cost of living (RPP 95.8), lost wages during recovery can be a significant hidden cost — budget for that alongside the procedure itself.
What payment options exist for acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Indiana?
You have several options to cover the $19,160 average in Indiana. Third-party financing (CareCredit, Alphaeon) offers 0% intro APR periods up to 24 months. Many surgeons also accept direct payment plans or offer discounts of 10-20% for paying in full upfront.
How do I compare acl surgery (acl reconstruction) facilities in Indiana?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Indiana, also compare hospital vs. ambulatory surgery center pricing (ASCs can be 30-50% cheaper) and check whether your insurance network includes the facility.
Can I save by getting acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in a neighboring state?
Yes — Kentucky offers acl surgery (acl reconstruction) at an average of $18,460, which is $700 less than Indiana. Factor in travel costs, follow-up visit logistics, and whether your insurance network covers out-of-state providers before making the trip.
Can Medicaid help pay for acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Indiana?
Medicaid in Indiana can cover acl surgery (acl reconstruction) when there's a documented medical need. The key is pre-authorization — your physician will need to submit clinical justification to your managed care organization before the procedure is approved.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate acl surgery (acl reconstruction) costs in Indiana

Cost estimates combine procedure-specific pricing data with regional cost-of-living and provider-supply adjustments. Primary sources:

  • Hospital pricing transparency files — CMS-required machine-readable data published by hospitals under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency rule (effective January 2021). Provides actual negotiated rates between hospitals and insurers.
  • HCUP (Healthcare Cost & Utilization Project)AHRQ's HCUP databases provide nationally-representative procedure cost data by state, payer, and patient demographics.
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics — Healthcare Practitioner Occupational WagesBLS OEWS data on surgeon, anesthesiologist, and surgical staff wages by state, used to model regional labor-cost differences in procedure pricing.
  • BEA Regional Price Parities (RPP)U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis state-level price-level indices, used to adjust national procedure averages for Indiana's cost-of-living relative to the national mean.
  • FAIR Health Consumer Cost Lookup — the FAIR Health database aggregates billed and allowed amounts from over 36 billion claim records, providing a check on procedure-cost ranges by ZIP code.
  • Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment DataCMS public-use files on Medicare-allowed amounts and submitted charges by HCPCS/CPT code and state, used as a baseline for procedure-cost ranges.

Estimates are illustrative and reflect typical pricing ranges; actual costs depend on insurance coverage, surgical complexity, anesthesia type, hospital vs. ambulatory setting, and individual patient factors. Always confirm pricing directly with providers and your insurance carrier. See our methodology page for full calculation details.

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