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Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Nebraska (2026)

Slightly below the national average · RPP 96.5 · NE

Nebraska Average
$30,880
▼ -3.5% below national
Typical Range
$19,300 – $48,250
National avg: $32,000
Editorial view of Nebraska
Regional Pricing Confidence
88% Confidence Index
The Nebraska Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Nebraska's cost-of-living index sits at 96.5 — meaningfully below the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At -3.5% below the national average ($32,000), Nebraska is a discount market. Often driven by lower overhead or less metro concentration — quality can still be excellent.

State Context

Hip Replacement Surgery in Nebraska: What to Know

Nebraska offers excellent options for hip replacement surgery. OrthoNebraska Hospital in Omaha is a Blue Cross Blue Shield Center of Excellence and was the first in Nebraska to use VELYS Hip Navigation technology. Similarly, CHI Health St. Elizabeth in Lincoln is a Blue Distinction Center+ and performed Nebraska's first same-day outpatient total hip replacement. Many patients across CHI Health and Great Plains Health in North Platte benefit from rapid recovery protocols, often returning home the same day.

To potentially reduce costs, consider Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), which can offer hip replacement at a significantly lower price with comparable outcomes. Nebraska Total Care also provides non-emergency medical transportation for eligible Medicaid members to scheduled appointments. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Nebraska

Hip Replacement Surgery pricing in Nebraska comes in modestly under the US average. This is the typical expense structure.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$6,485 - $12,043

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$6,485 - $12,043

Implants & Supplies

$3,242 - $6,022

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,242 - $6,022

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,162 - $4,014

Total Estimated Cost

Nebraska all-in range

$19,300 – $48,250

Financing Options

Many Nebraska clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $30,880 looks like:

$1,287/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 Nebraska's regional price parity (96.5). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Nebraska

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

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Orthonebraska Hospital Omaha $6,279 $4,983 358
Midwest Surgical Hospital Llc Omaha $6,296 $5,006 246
Bryan Medical Center Lincoln $6,107 $4,846 187
Lincoln Surgical Hospital Lincoln $6,212 $4,937 168
Methodist Hospital Omaha $6,288 $4,990 118
Kearney Regional Medical Center Kearney $5,914 $4,712 96
Great Plains Health North Platte $6,546 $5,192 93
Regional West Medical Center Scottsbluff $6,401 $5,099 81
The Nebraska Medical Center Omaha $6,364 $5,068 76
Chi Health Lakeside Omaha $6,228 $4,932 75
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Bryan Medical Center Lincoln $14,589 $12,902 113
Bryan Medical Center Lincoln $21,570 $18,193 49
Chi Health Creighton University Medical Center - B Omaha $19,564 $17,487 48
The Nebraska Medical Center Omaha $21,553 $17,331 39
The Nebraska Medical Center Omaha $28,181 $22,978 29
Faith Regional Health Services Norfolk $17,850 $16,360 29
Kearney Regional Medical Center Kearney $13,420 $11,162 29
Regional West Medical Center Scottsbluff $18,155 $16,689 28
Chi Health St Francis Grand Island $14,885 $13,272 26
Methodist Hospital Omaha $14,206 $12,678 26
Regional Comparison

Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

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

Missouri
$29,376
-4.9% vs NE
Wyoming
$30,240
-2.1% vs NE
Kansas
$30,336
-1.8% vs NE
Iowa
$30,560
-1.0% vs NE
South Dakota
$30,976
+0.3% vs NE
Colorado
$33,664
+9.0% vs NE
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Nebraska Patients

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

Compare Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
The average cost of hip replacement surgery in Nebraska is $30,880. Prices typically range from $19,300 to $48,250, depending on the facility, provider, and your specific case.
Does insurance cover hip replacement surgery?
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 Nebraska provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
When can I return to work 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 Nebraska?
Many Nebraska 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 $30,880 cost into monthly installments.
How do I choose a hip replacement surgery facility in Nebraska?
Compare facilities on volume (higher volume correlates with better outcomes), accreditation status, and the negotiated rate vs. what you'd pay out of pocket. In Nebraska, check whether an outpatient surgery center can perform your hip replacement surgery — ASCs typically charge 30-50% less than hospitals for the same procedure.
Is it worth traveling to another state for hip replacement surgery?
The math works out to about $1,504 in savings if you cross into Missouri for hip replacement surgery ($29,376 average vs. $30,880 in Nebraska). The catch: you'll want a local doctor who can handle any post-op issues rather than driving back across state lines for complications.
Is hip replacement surgery covered under Nebraska's Medicaid program?
Nebraska 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 Nebraska

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 Nebraska'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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