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Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Arizona (2026)

Near the US median for hip replacement surgery pricing · AZ

Arizona Average
$32,256
Near national average
Typical Range
$20,160 – $50,400
National avg: $32,000
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Regional Pricing Confidence
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The Arizona Market

What Drives Pricing Here

Three factors explain most of why hip replacement surgery costs what it does in Arizona.

Regional Price Parity

Arizona's cost-of-living index sits at 100.8 — near the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

Arizona tracks within 0.8% of the national average ($32,000) — a typical mid-market pricing environment with wide provider variance.

State Context

Hip Replacement Surgery in Arizona: What to Know

Arizona offers advanced options for hip replacement surgery. The CORE Institute Specialty Hospital in Phoenix, for instance, utilizes robotic surgery for total hip replacements, while Arizona Specialty Hospital provides direct anterior and robotic total hip arthroplasty. Western Orthopaedic Institute in Phoenix stands out as the only practice offering the Direct Superior Total Hip Replacement approach, a micro-invasive technique minimizing soft tissue damage. Scottsdale is also a popular medical tourism destination, particularly for Canadian patients.

For potential cost savings, consider Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in Arizona, which are increasingly performing hip replacement surgeries and can be significantly less expensive than hospitals, with a reduced infection risk. Many facilities also offer all-inclusive pricing packages, especially for international travelers. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Arizona

Arizona sits near the middle of the pack for hip replacement surgery pricing. The cost components typically split like this.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$6,774 - $12,580

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$6,774 - $12,580

Implants & Supplies

$3,387 - $6,290

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,387 - $6,290

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,258 - $4,193

Total Estimated Cost

Arizona all-in range

$20,160 – $50,400

Financing Options

Many Arizona clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $32,256 looks like:

$1,344/mo
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  • Soft credit check — no hard pull
  • Instant approval decisions
  • HSA/FSA eligible for qualifying cases

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

Ranges adjusted for Arizona's regional price parity (100.8). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Arizona

You can get hip replacement surgery at hospitals or ambulatory surgery centers across Arizona. The table below shows real negotiated rates from CMS Medicare data — not sticker prices.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Mayo Clinic Hospital Phoenix $6,572 $5,218 290
The Core Institute Specialty Hospital Phoenix $6,600 $5,245 165
Oro Valley Hospital Oro Valley $6,592 $5,234 144
Northwest Medical Center Tucson $6,627 $5,271 143
Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center Scottsdale $6,601 $5,244 142
Havasu Regional Medical Center Lake Havasu City $7,718 $6,139 136
Yavapai Regional Medical Center Prescott $7,137 $5,686 134
Tucson Medical Center Tucson $6,664 $5,309 124
Yuma Regional Medical Center Yuma $7,116 $5,659 107
Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center Scottsdale $6,575 $5,215 107
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Chandler Regional Medical Center Chandler $15,210 $13,593 112
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center Sun City West $14,551 $13,137 84
Banner Baywood Medical Center Mesa $14,428 $13,002 68
Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center Scottsdale $16,064 $13,842 67
Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center Phoenix $15,821 $13,813 64
Banner Desert Medical Center Mesa $16,580 $14,423 63
Yavapai Regional Medical Center Prescott $17,906 $15,856 58
Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center Scottsdale $14,202 $12,699 57
Mayo Clinic Hospital Phoenix $21,124 $15,704 57
St Joseph's Hospital Tucson $15,537 $14,055 54
Regional Comparison

Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

See how Arizona's hip replacement surgery costs compare to neighboring states. Prices can vary significantly even across state lines.

New Mexico
$30,016
-6.9% vs AZ
Utah
$31,744
-1.6% vs AZ
Nevada
$32,160
-0.3% vs AZ
Colorado
$33,664
+4.4% vs AZ
California
$36,256
+12.4% vs AZ
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Arizona Patients

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

Compare Arizona with any other state

See national pricing, all 50 state comparisons, and detailed cost factors in the main hip replacement surgery cost guide.

View full hip replacement surgery guide
What should I expect to pay for hip replacement surgery in Arizona?
Arizona patients pay an average of $32,256 for hip replacement surgery. Quotes from individual providers generally fall between $20,160 and $50,400, with facility fees and surgeon experience accounting for most of the variation.
Does insurance cover hip replacement surgery?
For medically necessary cases, hip replacement surgery is usually covered. Your out-of-pocket cost in Arizona will depend on your plan's deductible, copay structure, and whether your provider is in-network. Always get a pre-authorization before the procedure.
How long is recovery after hip replacement surgery?
The recovery timeline for hip replacement surgery is 28 to 90 days. Here's the general pattern: days 1-28 involve significant rest, days 28-90 are a gradual return to activity. Arizona patients should also budget for post-op care costs — follow-up visits, pain management, and any required imaging or lab work.
Are payment plans available for hip replacement surgery in Arizona?
Many Arizona providers offer financing through medical credit companies like CareCredit or Prosper Healthcare Lending. You can also use HSA/FSA funds, negotiate a cash-pay discount (often 10-20% off), or ask about in-house payment plans that split the $32,256 cost into monthly installments.
How do I choose a hip replacement surgery facility in Arizona?
Focus on three things: the facility's hip replacement surgery case volume, its accreditation status, and the out-of-pocket cost at your insurance tier. Arizona has both hospital and outpatient options — outpatient centers typically offer significant savings.
Can I save by getting hip replacement surgery in a neighboring state?
The math works out to about $2,240 in savings if you cross into New Mexico for hip replacement surgery ($30,016 average vs. $32,256 in Arizona). The catch: you'll want a local doctor who can handle any post-op issues rather than driving back across state lines for complications.
Can Medicaid help pay for hip replacement surgery in Arizona?
Arizona Medicaid may cover hip replacement surgery when it's medically necessary and your doctor provides supporting documentation. Coverage details vary by managed care plan, so check directly with your Medicaid provider for pre-authorization steps.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate hip replacement surgery costs in Arizona

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

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    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.
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    HCUP (Healthcare Cost & Utilization Project) — AHRQ's HCUP databases provide nationally-representative procedure cost data by state, payer, and patient demographics.
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    Bureau of Labor Statistics — Healthcare Practitioner Occupational Wages — BLS OEWS data on surgeon, anesthesiologist, and surgical staff wages by state, used to model regional labor-cost differences in procedure pricing.
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    BEA Regional Price Parities (RPP) — U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis state-level price-level indices, used to adjust national procedure averages for Arizona's cost-of-living relative to the national mean.
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    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.
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    Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data — CMS 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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