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Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Georgia (2026)

Close to the national average · RPP 98.0 · GA

Georgia Average
$31,360
Near national average
Typical Range
$19,600 – $49,000
National avg: $32,000
Editorial view of Georgia
Regional Pricing Confidence
89% Confidence Index
The Georgia Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Georgia's cost-of-living index sits at 98.0 — near the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

Georgia tracks within 2.0% of the national average ($32,000) — a typical mid-market pricing environment with wide provider variance.

State Context

Hip Replacement Surgery in Georgia: What to Know

Georgia offers excellent hip replacement options. Optim Medical Center-Tattnall stands out as the only Georgia hospital named one of Healthgrades' America's 100 Best for Joint Replacement in 2024, holding the Joint Replacement Excellence Award for 11 consecutive years. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) provides robotic hip surgery and is one of only six hospitals in Georgia with a specialized HANA arthroplasty table for anterior approach procedures. Atlanta is also a growing hub for orthopedic medical tourism, attracting patients globally.

For potentially lower costs, consider Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in Georgia, like those at OrthoGeorgia, which offer procedures significantly cheaper than hospital outpatient departments, often with reported lower infection rates. Total Joint Surgery Center Forsyth is another excellent option, focusing exclusively on outpatient hip and knee replacements. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Georgia

Hip Replacement Surgery costs in Georgia track close to the national average. Here's how the total is divided across cost components.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$6,586 - $12,230

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$6,586 - $12,230

Implants & Supplies

$3,293 - $6,115

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,293 - $6,115

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,195 - $4,077

Total Estimated Cost

Georgia all-in range

$19,600 – $49,000

Financing Options

Many Georgia clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $31,360 looks like:

$1,307/mo
Est. 24 months · 0% APR promo
  • Soft credit check — no hard pull
  • Instant approval decisions
  • HSA/FSA eligible for qualifying cases

Based on CMS Medicare data and regional price parities. Learn about our methodology →

Ranges adjusted for Georgia's regional price parity (98.0). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Georgia

Facilities in Georgia offer hip replacement surgery in different settings, each with distinct pricing. These are actual negotiated rates from Medicare claims, not billed charges.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc Gainesville $6,018 $4,756 311
Northside Hospital Cherokee Canton $5,599 $4,424 247
Northside Hospital Forsyth Cumming $6,109 $4,828 231
Northside Hospital Atlanta $6,012 $4,768 217
St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah Savannah $5,348 $4,240 190
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center Marietta $5,400 $4,269 188
St Mary's Hospital Athens $6,193 $4,932 147
Piedmont Hospital Atlanta $5,862 $4,625 138
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center Athens $5,968 $4,707 132
Piedmont Fayette Hospital Fayetteville $6,214 $4,942 109
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc Gainesville $17,920 $14,697 158
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center Marietta $20,362 $15,617 127
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center Athens $17,309 $14,597 84
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center Marietta $25,589 $23,097 62
Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Macon $17,817 $14,815 62
Northside Hospital Gwinnett Lawrenceville $19,186 $16,102 58
Memorial Health University Medical Center Savannah $16,680 $13,463 57
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital Roswell $15,793 $14,398 55
Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton Carrollton $15,245 $13,839 50
Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc Gainesville $28,053 $23,479 48
Regional Comparison

Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

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

Alabama
$28,960
-7.7% vs GA
South Carolina
$29,920
-4.6% vs GA
Tennessee
$30,144
-3.9% vs GA
North Carolina
$31,616
+0.8% vs GA
Florida
$32,096
+2.3% vs GA
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Georgia Patients

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

Compare Georgia 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 Georgia?
The average cost of hip replacement surgery in Georgia is $31,360. Prices typically range from $19,600 to $49,000, depending on the facility, provider, and your specific case.
Can I use insurance for hip replacement surgery in Georgia?
Yes — hip replacement surgery is generally covered by insurance in Georgia when your doctor documents medical necessity. Expect to pay your deductible and copay, but the bulk of the $31,360 cost should be covered by your plan.
How long is recovery after hip replacement surgery?
Recovery after hip replacement surgery typically takes 28 to 90 days. Most patients can handle light activities after 28 days, with full recovery by 90 days. Plan for time off work and factor in the cost of follow-up visits, medications, and any post-operative care when budgeting beyond the procedure cost itself.
How can I finance hip replacement surgery in Georgia?
You have several options to cover the $31,360 average in Georgia. 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 choose a hip replacement surgery facility in Georgia?
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. Georgia has both hospital and outpatient options — outpatient centers typically offer significant savings.
Is it worth traveling to another state for hip replacement surgery?
Potentially. Alabama averages $28,960 for hip replacement surgery — a 8% savings over Georgia. Whether it's worth the drive depends on how close you are to the border and whether you can arrange follow-up care locally.
Can Medicaid help pay for hip replacement surgery in Georgia?
Medicaid coverage for hip replacement surgery in Georgia depends on medical necessity. If your doctor documents that hip replacement surgery is required for your health, Georgia Medicaid may cover part or all of the cost. Pre-authorization is typically required. Contact Georgia's Medicaid office or your managed care plan for specific coverage details.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate hip replacement surgery costs in Georgia

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 Georgia'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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