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Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Maine (2026)

Moderately higher pricing · Regional price parity: 103.8 · ME

Maine Average

$33,216

▲ +3.8% above national

Typical Range

$20,760 – $51,900

National avg: $32,000

Regional Pricing Confidence

92% Confidence Index

The Maine Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Maine's cost-of-living index sits at 103.8 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At +3.8% above the national average ($32,000), Maine sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Hip Replacement Surgery in Maine: What to Know

Maine offers high-quality hip replacement options. MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Falmouth is a "High-performing" center for hip replacement, earning Gold Seals of Approval™ for quality. Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor has maintained The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for joint replacement since 2011. Southern Maine Health Care (SMHC) offers Mako SmartRobotics™ for personalized procedures, while Central Maine Healthcare utilizes the direct anterior approach for quicker recovery.

For potential cost savings, consider outpatient total hip replacement offered in Portland, which allows same-day discharge. Additionally, MMP Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Scarborough significantly increased joint surgeries at its Ambulatory Surgery Center, which often presents a more affordable setting than traditional hospitals. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Maine

Expect to pay moderately more for hip replacement surgery in Maine. These are the cost components driving the total.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$6,975 - $12,954

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$6,975 - $12,954

Implants & Supplies

$3,488 - $6,477

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,488 - $6,477

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,325 - $4,318

Total Estimated Cost

Maine all-in range

$20,760 – $51,900

Financing Options

Many Maine clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $33,216 looks like:

$1,384/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 Maine's regional price parity (103.8). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Maine

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

Facility	City	Negotiated Rate	Medicare	Volume
Maine Medical Center	Portland	$6,509	$5,162	201
Northern Light Mercy Hospital	Portland	$6,405	$5,056	149
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center	Bangor	$6,191	$4,918	95
St Joseph Hospital	Bangor	$6,133	$4,872	67
Mid Coast Hospital	Brunswick	$6,354	$5,006	60
Mainegeneral Medical Center	Augusta	$6,496	$5,157	59
Southern Maine Health Care	Biddeford	$6,525	$5,178	57
St Mary's Regional Medical Center	Lewiston	$6,024	$4,759	54
York Hospital	York	$6,618	$5,262	51
Central Maine Medical Center	Lewiston	$6,617	$5,270	46

Facility	City	Negotiated Rate	Medicare	Volume
Maine Medical Center	Portland	$20,538	$16,376	54
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center	Bangor	$14,526	$13,135	51
Central Maine Medical Center	Lewiston	$16,512	$13,637	32
Southern Maine Health Care	Biddeford	$15,439	$13,999	30
Mainegeneral Medical Center	Augusta	$21,674	$18,517	29
Maine Medical Center	Portland	$26,603	$22,953	27
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center	Bangor	$21,232	$19,527	21
Central Maine Medical Center	Lewiston	$22,010	$20,365	13
Northern Light Health	Portland	$20,147	$13,192	12
Maine Medical Center	Portland	$16,809	$11,284	12

Regional Comparison

Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

Maine has the lowest hip replacement surgery costs in the region. Neighboring states all run higher — here's how they compare.

New Hampshire

$33,760

+1.6% vs ME

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Maine Patients

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

Compare Maine 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 Maine?

Expect to budget around $33,216 for hip replacement surgery in Maine. The typical range spans $20,760 to $51,900 — 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 hip replacement surgery in Maine?

Most insurance plans cover hip replacement surgery when it's deemed medically necessary. You'll typically need pre-authorization from your insurer, and staying in-network with a Maine provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.

What's the recovery time for 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.

Are payment plans available for hip replacement surgery in Maine?

Most Maine 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 $33,216 sticker price when you pay upfront.

What should I look for in a Maine hip replacement surgery provider?

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. Maine has both hospital and outpatient options — outpatient centers typically offer significant savings.

Does Maine Medicaid cover hip replacement surgery?

Medicaid in Maine can cover hip replacement surgery 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.

Can I pay for hip replacement surgery with pre-tax health savings?

Absolutely. hip replacement surgery with a medical justification is a qualifying HSA/FSA expense. At Maine pricing, paying $33,216 with pre-tax money effectively drops your real cost by your marginal tax rate. Ask your provider for a detailed invoice that separates each line item for your HSA administrator.

Data Sources & References

How we calculate hip replacement surgery costs in Maine

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 Maine'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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