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Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Georgia (2026)

Close to the national average · RPP 98.0 · GA

Georgia Average
$34,300
Near national average
Typical Range
$19,600 – $49,000
National avg: $35,000
Editorial view of Georgia
Regional Pricing Confidence
89% Confidence Index
The Georgia Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Georgia's cost-of-living index sits at 98.0 — near the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

Georgia tracks within 2.0% of the national average ($35,000) — a typical mid-market pricing environment with wide provider variance.

State Context

Knee Replacement Surgery in Georgia: What to Know

Georgia offers excellent options for knee replacement surgery. Optim Medical Center-Tattnall stands out as the only hospital in Georgia with DNV GL-Healthcare's Orthopaedic Center of Excellence designation for hip and knee replacement, and is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital for Total Knee Replacement. For those seeking specialized care, Total Joint Surgery Center Forsyth, a freestanding ASC, has performed over 8,000 hip and knee replacements since 2018. Many Georgia facilities also utilize robotic-assisted surgery, including OrthoGeorgia's Macon ASCs with Mako SmartRobotics™.

Considering an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) for your knee replacement in Georgia can lead to significant savings, often 40-60% less than hospital-based surgery. Outpatient total knee replacement, allowing same-day discharge, is available at centers like AOS Surgery Center. While patients sometimes travel for specialized care, it's generally recommended to avoid nonessential travel for six weeks post-surgery. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Georgia

Knee Replacement Surgery costs in Georgia track close to the national average. Here's how the total is divided across cost components.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$7,202 - $13,377

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$7,202 - $13,377

Implants & Supplies

$3,601 - $6,688

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,601 - $6,688

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,401 - $4,459

Total Estimated Cost

Georgia all-in range

$19,600 – $49,000

Financing Options

Many Georgia clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $34,300 looks like:

$1,429/mo
Est. 24 months · 0% APR promo
  • Soft credit check — no hard pull
  • Instant approval decisions
  • HSA/FSA eligible for qualifying cases

Cost estimates are adjusted for regional pricing. See how we calculate state-level costs →

Ranges adjusted for Georgia's regional price parity (98.0). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Georgia

Facilities in Georgia offer knee replacement surgery in different settings, each with distinct pricing. These are actual negotiated rates from Medicare claims, not billed charges.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah Savannah $11,370 $9,764 574
St Mary's Hospital Athens $12,050 $10,446 564
Burke Medical Center Waynesboro $11,414 $9,812 562
Emory University Hospital Atlanta $12,268 $10,666 519
Piedmont Hospital Atlanta $11,909 $10,313 480
Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc Gainesville $12,106 $10,499 460
Northside Hospital Atlanta $12,229 $10,624 424
Northside Hospital Forsyth Cumming $12,252 $10,648 413
Northside Hospital Cherokee Canton $12,214 $10,615 402
Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc Atlanta $12,178 $10,575 389
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Northside Hospital Atlanta $18,239 $16,234 66
Houston Healthcare Warner Robins $14,406 $11,713 64
St Mary's Hospital Athens $15,617 $13,587 43
St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah Savannah $11,516 $10,043 38
Northside Hospital Forsyth Cumming $15,136 $13,586 32
Adventhealth Redmond Rome $14,170 $12,677 30
Piedmont Hospital Atlanta $16,442 $10,933 29
Northside Hospital Cherokee Canton $14,408 $12,922 28
Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Macon $15,567 $13,516 28
Southeast Georgia Health System- Brunswick Campus Brunswick $16,838 $15,718 20
Regional Comparison

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

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

Alabama
$31,675
-7.7% vs GA
South Carolina
$32,725
-4.6% vs GA
Tennessee
$32,970
-3.9% vs GA
North Carolina
$34,580
+0.8% vs GA
Florida
$35,105
+2.3% vs GA
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Georgia Patients

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

Compare Georgia 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
What should I expect to pay for knee replacement surgery in Georgia?
The average cost of knee replacement surgery in Georgia is $34,300. Prices typically range from $19,600 to $49,000, depending on the facility, provider, and your specific case.
Will my health insurance pay for knee replacement surgery?
Yes — knee replacement surgery is generally covered by insurance in Georgia when your doctor documents medical necessity. Expect to pay your deductible and copay, but the bulk of the $34,300 cost should be covered by your plan.
When can I return to work after knee replacement surgery?
Plan for 42 to 120 days of downtime after knee replacement surgery in Georgia. The first week is typically the most restrictive — after that, you'll gradually resume daily routines. Post-op expenses like prescriptions and follow-up visits in Georgia can add $1,715 to $3,430 to your total bill.
What payment options exist for knee replacement surgery in Georgia?
Most Georgia 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 $34,300 sticker price when you pay upfront.
What should I look for in a Georgia knee replacement surgery provider?
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 Georgia, check whether an outpatient surgery center can perform your knee replacement surgery — ASCs typically charge 30-50% less than hospitals for the same procedure.
Should I consider knee replacement surgery outside Georgia?
Yes — Alabama offers knee replacement surgery at an average of $31,675, which is $2,625 less than Georgia. Factor in travel costs, follow-up visit logistics, and whether your insurance network covers out-of-state providers before making the trip.
Can Medicaid help pay for knee replacement surgery in Georgia?
Georgia 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 Georgia

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 Georgia'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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