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Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Colorado (2026)

Moderately higher pricing · Regional price parity: 105.2 · CO

Colorado Average
$36,820
▲ +5.2% above national
Typical Range
$21,040 – $52,600
National avg: $35,000
Editorial view of Colorado
Regional Pricing Confidence
92% Confidence Index
The Colorado Market

What Drives Pricing Here

Three factors explain most of why knee replacement surgery costs what it does in Colorado.

Regional Price Parity

Colorado's cost-of-living index sits at 105.2 — 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 Colorado — competition keeps pricing honest and gives you real leverage to shop quotes.

Vs. National Benchmark

At +5.2% above the national average ($35,000), Colorado sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Knee Replacement Surgery in Colorado: What to Know

Colorado offers excellent knee replacement options. OrthoColorado Hospital in Lakewood is a top-ranked facility for joint replacement, while UCHealth Grandview Hospital in Colorado Springs is a Joint Commission-accredited Center of Excellence. Many facilities, including Colorado Advanced Orthopedics and The Steadman Clinic, utilize robotic-assisted surgery for enhanced precision. AdventHealth Medical Group Colorado Joint Replacement performs thousands of procedures annually and is recognized for patient safety.

For potential savings, consider Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) like those offered by Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group, which provide outpatient total joint replacement with lower costs and quicker recovery. Colorado Advanced Orthopedics in Meeker also sees a significant number of out-of-town patients, suggesting competitive options. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Colorado

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

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$7,731 - $14,360

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$7,731 - $14,360

Implants & Supplies

$3,865 - $7,180

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,865 - $7,180

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,577 - $4,787

Total Estimated Cost

Colorado all-in range

$21,040 – $52,600

Financing Options

Many Colorado clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $36,820 looks like:

$1,534/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 Colorado's regional price parity (105.2). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Colorado

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

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Vail Health Hospital Vail $13,800 $12,200 788
Centura Penrose Hospital Colorado Springs $12,819 $11,219 783
Orthocolorado Hosp At St Anthony Med Campus Lakewood $12,804 $11,203 704
Poudre Valley Hospital Fort Collins $12,858 $11,258 685
Foothills Hospital Boulder $12,878 $11,277 581
Sky Ridge Medical Center Lone Tree $12,813 $11,212 434
Adventhealth Porter Denver $12,860 $11,259 398
Uchealth Grandview Hospital Colorado Springs $12,821 $11,221 356
Rose Medical Center Denver $12,816 $11,215 336
Animas Surgical Hospital, Llc Durango $12,606 $11,007 329
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Penrose Hospital Colorado Springs $14,696 $12,306 105
Sky Ridge Medical Center Lone Tree $16,367 $12,868 67
University Of Colorado Hospital Authority Aurora $19,089 $16,459 46
Rose Medical Center Denver $15,924 $11,894 45
Poudre Valley Hospital Fort Collins $14,566 $12,930 39
Foothills Hospital Boulder $13,963 $12,330 36
Swedish Medical Center Englewood $17,178 $12,126 35
Parkview Medical Center, Inc Pueblo $15,357 $13,693 34
San Luis Valley Health Alamosa $14,399 $12,849 32
Medical Center Of Aurora, The Aurora $19,801 $11,902 29
Regional Comparison

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

Knee Replacement Surgery in Colorado costs more than all neighboring states. If travel is feasible, the savings could be substantial.

Oklahoma
$32,480
-11.8% vs CO
New Mexico
$32,830
-10.8% vs CO
Wyoming
$33,075
-10.2% vs CO
Kansas
$33,180
-9.9% vs CO
Nebraska
$33,775
-8.3% vs CO
Utah
$34,720
-5.7% vs CO
Arizona
$35,280
-4.2% vs CO
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Colorado Patients

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

Compare Colorado with any other state

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

View full knee replacement surgery guide
How much does knee replacement surgery cost in Colorado?
Expect to budget around $36,820 for knee replacement surgery in Colorado. The typical range spans $21,040 to $52,600 — where you land depends on your provider, whether you choose a hospital or outpatient center, and the specifics of your case.
Does insurance cover knee replacement surgery?
Most insurance plans cover knee replacement surgery when it's deemed medically necessary. You'll typically need pre-authorization from your insurer, and staying in-network with a Colorado provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
How long is recovery after knee replacement surgery?
Recovery after knee replacement surgery typically takes 42 to 120 days. Most patients can handle light activities after 42 days, with full recovery by 120 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.
What payment options exist for knee replacement surgery in Colorado?
Many Colorado 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 $36,820 cost into monthly installments.
How do I choose a knee replacement surgery facility in Colorado?
Focus on three things: the facility's knee replacement surgery case volume, its accreditation status, and the out-of-pocket cost at your insurance tier. Colorado has both hospital and outpatient options — outpatient centers typically offer significant savings.
Can I save by getting knee replacement surgery in a neighboring state?
Potentially. Oklahoma averages $32,480 for knee replacement surgery — a 12% savings over Colorado. Whether it's worth the drive depends on how close you are to the border and whether you can arrange follow-up care locally.
Is knee replacement surgery covered under Colorado's Medicaid program?
Colorado Medicaid may cover knee 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 knee replacement surgery costs in Colorado

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 Colorado'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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