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

Close to the national average · RPP 98.3 · OH

Ohio Average
$19,660
Near national average
Typical Range
$9,830 – $29,490
National avg: $20,000
Editorial view of Ohio
Regional Pricing Confidence
89% Confidence Index
The Ohio Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Ohio's cost-of-living index sits at 98.3 — near the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

Ohio tracks within 1.7% of the national average ($20,000) — a typical mid-market pricing environment with wide provider variance.

State Context

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

In Ohio, major cities like Akron, Dayton, Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati serve as hubs for ACL reconstruction. High-volume facilities like Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center and Kettering Health Dayton suggest a concentration of expertise in these areas. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is known for its sports medicine rehabilitation programs. While specific data on patients traveling out of state is limited, the presence of specialized centers such as the Noyes Knee Institute in Cincinnati, which sees patients from around the world, indicates that Ohio could be a destination for complex cases.

If you're seeking more affordable options, consider exploring facilities outside of major metropolitan areas. Also, be aware that Ohio has Certificate of Need laws for long-term care facilities, which could indirectly affect the availability of surgical facilities. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Ohio

ACL Surgery (ACL Reconstruction) costs in Ohio track close to the national average. Here's how the total is divided across cost components.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$4,129 - $7,667

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$4,129 - $7,667

Implants & Supplies

$2,064 - $3,834

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$2,064 - $3,834

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$1,376 - $2,556

Total Estimated Cost

Ohio all-in range

$9,830 – $29,490

Financing Options

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

Ranges adjusted for Ohio's regional price parity (98.3). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Ohio

Below are the top facilities performing acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Ohio, ranked by volume. Rates shown are negotiated amounts from CMS Medicare data.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Akron $2,613 $2,072 305
Kettering Health Dayton Dayton $2,696 $2,128 235
Cleveland Clinic Cleveland $2,621 $2,067 206
Miami Valley Hospital Dayton $2,751 $2,184 181
Mercy Health St Vincent Medical Center Toledo $2,779 $2,198 177
Institute For Orthopaedic Surgery Lima $2,583 $2,042 176
Ohio State University Hospitals Columbus $2,827 $2,242 174
Christ Hospital Cincinnati $2,736 $2,172 145
Southwest General Health Center Middleburg Heights $1,418 $1,130 108
Grant Medical Center Columbus $2,704 $2,131 106
Regional Comparison

ACL Surgery (ACL Reconstruction) Cost in Nearby States

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

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Ohio Patients

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

Compare Ohio 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
What is the average price of acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Ohio?
Expect to budget around $19,660 for acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Ohio. The typical range spans $9,830 to $29,490 — where you land depends on your provider, whether you choose a hospital or outpatient center, and the specifics of your case.
Can I use insurance for acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Ohio?
Insurance typically picks up most of the tab for acl surgery (acl reconstruction) when it's medically indicated. In Ohio, confirm your surgeon is in-network and get pre-authorization before scheduling to avoid surprise bills.
What's the recovery time for acl surgery (acl reconstruction)?
Full recovery from acl surgery (acl reconstruction) runs 42 to 180 days on average. Desk workers can often return sooner, while physically demanding jobs require the full recovery window. In Ohio, medications and follow-up appointments typically run $590 to $1,573 beyond the base procedure cost.
Are payment plans available for acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in Ohio?
Most Ohio surgeons work with financing companies that offer monthly payment plans. CareCredit and Prosper are the most common. You might also ask about cash-pay pricing — some providers knock 10-20% off the $19,660 sticker price when you pay upfront.
How do I choose a acl surgery (acl reconstruction) facility in Ohio?
Focus on three things: the facility's acl surgery (acl reconstruction) case volume, its accreditation status, and the out-of-pocket cost at your insurance tier. Ohio has both hospital and outpatient options — outpatient centers typically offer significant savings.
Can I save by getting acl surgery (acl reconstruction) in a neighboring state?
Crossing into West Virginia could save you $1,700 on acl surgery (acl reconstruction). That's $17,960 vs. Ohio's $19,660. The key logistics to sort out: does your insurance cover West Virginia providers, and can your Ohio doctor handle follow-up care after the procedure?
Is acl surgery (acl reconstruction) covered under Ohio's Medicaid program?
If acl surgery (acl reconstruction) is deemed medically necessary, Ohio's Medicaid program may cover it partially or fully. You'll need your doctor to submit documentation to your plan. Elective cases without a medical justification are generally not covered.
Data Sources & References

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

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 Ohio'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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