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Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Virginia (2026)

Somewhat above the national average · RPP 103.2 · VA

Virginia Average
$33,024
▲ +3.2% above national
Typical Range
$20,640 – $51,600
National avg: $32,000
Editorial view of Virginia
Regional Pricing Confidence
92% Confidence Index
The Virginia Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Virginia's cost-of-living index sits at 103.2 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At +3.2% above the national average ($32,000), Virginia sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Hip Replacement Surgery in Virginia: What to Know

Virginia offers robust options for hip replacement surgery. Carilion Clinic in Southwest Virginia, with the state's largest orthopedic program, holds The Joint Commission's Gold Seal and a "high performing" designation from U.S. News & World Report for hip replacements, placing it in the top 10% nationally. They were also first in their area to offer the less invasive anterior approach. Similarly, UVA Medical Center's hip replacement care is rated "high performing." HCA Virginia hospitals provide robot-assisted technology for total hip replacements, potentially leading to faster recovery and less pain.

For cost savings, consider Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in Virginia, which can offer significantly lower prices—approximately 40% less than hospitals—with comparable outcomes. Facilities like Inova Mount Vernon Hospital (Alexandria) and Mary Washington Hospital (Fredericksburg) were recognized for outpatient joint replacements. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Virginia

Virginia runs somewhat above the national average for hip replacement surgery. Here's where the extra cost comes from.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$6,935 - $12,879

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$6,935 - $12,879

Implants & Supplies

$3,468 - $6,440

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,468 - $6,440

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,312 - $4,293

Total Estimated Cost

Virginia all-in range

$20,640 – $51,600

Financing Options

Many Virginia clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $33,024 looks like:

$1,376/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 Virginia's regional price parity (103.2). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Virginia

Virginia has both hospital and outpatient surgery center options for hip replacement surgery. Outpatient centers typically charge less due to lower overhead. Rates shown are negotiated amounts — what insurers actually pay, not inflated list prices.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
University Of Virginia Medical Center Charlottesville $6,275 $4,978 343
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital Roanoke $5,944 $4,731 235
Henrico Doctors' Hospital Richmond $6,097 $4,839 223
Sentara Leigh Hospital Norfolk $6,036 $4,781 194
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $6,478 $5,142 191
Bon Secours St Marys Hospital Richmond $6,457 $5,133 185
Virginia Hospital Center Arlington $6,486 $5,137 169
Centra Health, Inc Lynchburg $6,505 $5,178 150
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center Mechanicsville $6,484 $5,161 148
Cjw Medical Center Richmond $6,038 $4,777 146
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital Roanoke $16,717 $13,597 144
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $20,248 $15,291 141
Riverside Regional Medical Center Newport News $16,584 $13,696 120
Centra Health, Inc Lynchburg $15,955 $13,159 98
Winchester Medical Center Winchester $16,625 $14,726 94
Henrico Doctors' Hospital Richmond $14,360 $12,472 81
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $28,422 $23,352 77
Cjw Medical Center Richmond $14,251 $12,338 68
Augusta Health Fishersville $16,194 $13,932 63
Mary Washington Hospital, Inc Fredericksburg $14,983 $13,631 57
Regional Comparison

Hip Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

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

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Virginia Patients

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

Compare Virginia with any other state

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

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What should I expect to pay for hip replacement surgery in Virginia?
Expect to budget around $33,024 for hip replacement surgery in Virginia. The typical range spans $20,640 to $51,600 — where you land depends on your provider, whether you choose a hospital or outpatient center, and the specifics of your case.
Does insurance cover hip replacement surgery?
For medically necessary cases, hip replacement surgery is usually covered. Your out-of-pocket cost in Virginia will depend on your plan's deductible, copay structure, and whether your provider is in-network. Always get a pre-authorization before the procedure.
What's the recovery time for 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 Virginia, medications and follow-up appointments typically run $991 to $2,642 beyond the base procedure cost.
What payment options exist for hip replacement surgery in Virginia?
Most Virginia 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 $33,024 sticker price when you pay upfront.
What should I look for in a Virginia hip replacement surgery provider?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Virginia, also compare hospital vs. ambulatory surgery center pricing (ASCs can be 30-50% cheaper) and check whether your insurance network includes the facility.
Is it worth traveling to another state for hip replacement surgery?
West Virginia runs $4,288 cheaper for hip replacement surgery than Virginia. For patients near the state line, that 13% difference can justify the trip. Ask your Virginia surgeon if they coordinate with out-of-state providers for post-op monitoring.
Is hip replacement surgery covered under Virginia's Medicaid program?
Virginia 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 Virginia

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 Virginia'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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