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Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Maryland (2026)

Somewhat above the national average · RPP 106.8 · MD

Maryland Average
$34,176
▲ +6.8% above national
Typical Range
$21,360 – $53,400
National avg: $32,000
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Regional Pricing Confidence
93% Confidence Index
The Maryland Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Maryland's cost-of-living index sits at 106.8 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At +6.8% above the national average ($32,000), Maryland sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Hip Replacement Surgery in Maryland: What to Know

Considering hip replacement surgery in Maryland? MedStar Health's program in Central Maryland performs over 1,400 total joint replacements annually, making it a high-volume choice. For recognized excellence, Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore is a Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospital for Orthopedic Surgery, while UM St. Joseph Medical Center in Towson was ranked #17 nationally for total hip replacement by CMS.gov, noting lower complications and costs. Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center in Montgomery County offers the muscle-sparing anterior approach with the Hana Table.

To potentially reduce costs, explore outpatient options. Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) typically offer hip replacements at significantly lower prices—around 40% less than inpatient hospitals. OrthoMaryland, for instance, provides outpatient total joint replacements in conjunction with Greenspring Surgery Center, allowing patients to return home within hours. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Maryland

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

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$7,177 - $13,329

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$7,177 - $13,329

Implants & Supplies

$3,588 - $6,664

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,588 - $6,664

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,392 - $4,443

Total Estimated Cost

Maryland all-in range

$21,360 – $53,400

Financing Options

Many Maryland clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $34,176 looks like:

$1,424/mo
Est. 24 months · 0% APR promo
  • Soft credit check — no hard pull
  • Instant approval decisions
  • HSA/FSA eligible for qualifying cases

Prices reflect regional cost-of-living adjustments. How we calculate these numbers →

Ranges adjusted for Maryland's regional price parity (106.8). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Maryland

Below are the top facilities performing hip replacement surgery in Maryland, ranked by volume. Rates shown are negotiated amounts from CMS Medicare data.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore $48,792 $47,244 90
Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore $34,443 $33,024 87
Suburban Hospital Bethesda $17,684 $15,960 78
Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Inc Annapolis $23,151 $21,635 67
Meritus Medical Center Hagerstown $25,907 $24,122 63
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore $37,502 $36,060 61
Frederick Health Hospital Frederick $26,999 $23,818 57
Carroll Hospital Center Westminster $22,596 $20,904 57
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc Salisbury $26,222 $24,382 51
U P M C Western Maryland Cumberland $25,311 $23,781 46
Regional Comparison

Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

Neighboring states offer a range of hip replacement surgery pricing. Maryland falls in the middle of the pack.

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Maryland Patients

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

Compare Maryland 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
How much does hip replacement surgery cost in Maryland?
Expect to budget around $34,176 for hip replacement surgery in Maryland. The typical range spans $21,360 to $53,400 — where you land depends on your provider, whether you choose a hospital or outpatient center, and the specifics of your case.
Will my health insurance pay for hip replacement surgery?
Insurance typically picks up most of the tab for hip replacement surgery when it's medically indicated. In Maryland, confirm your surgeon is in-network and get pre-authorization before scheduling to avoid surprise bills.
How long is recovery after hip replacement surgery?
Full recovery from hip replacement surgery runs 28 to 90 days on average. Desk workers can often return sooner, while physically demanding jobs require the full recovery window. In Maryland, medications and follow-up appointments typically run $1,025 to $2,734 beyond the base procedure cost.
Are payment plans available for hip replacement surgery in Maryland?
You have several options to cover the $34,176 average in Maryland. 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 hip replacement surgery facilities in Maryland?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Maryland, 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 hip replacement surgery in a neighboring state?
West Virginia runs $5,440 cheaper for hip replacement surgery than Maryland. For patients near the state line, that 16% difference can justify the trip. Ask your Maryland surgeon if they coordinate with out-of-state providers for post-op monitoring.
Can Medicaid help pay for hip replacement surgery in Maryland?
Maryland 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 Maryland

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 Maryland'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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