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Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Oregon (2026)

Somewhat above the national average · RPP 107.5 · OR

Oregon Average
$37,625
▲ +7.5% above national
Typical Range
$21,500 – $53,750
National avg: $35,000
Editorial view of Oregon
Regional Pricing Confidence
94% Confidence Index
The Oregon Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Oregon's cost-of-living index sits at 107.5 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At +7.5% above the national average ($35,000), Oregon sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Knee Replacement Surgery in Oregon: What to Know

Oregon offers excellent knee replacement options. Salem Hospital's Joint Replacement Center of Excellence performs over 1,300 joint replacements annually, while McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center in Lane County is the only facility there offering Mako SmartRobotics™. For partial knee replacements, Southern Oregon Orthopedics in Medford and Grants Pass utilizes MAKOplasty® robotic assistance. Oregon Surgical Institute (OSI) in Beaverton provides robotic-assisted knee replacements in an outpatient setting, allowing same-day discharge.

To potentially save on costs, consider outpatient options like Cascade Surgicenter in Bend, which was a top-performing ASC nationally for total knee replacements in 2022. Grants Pass Surgery Center is also an excellent outpatient choice in Southern Oregon. Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) can offer significant savings compared to hospital settings. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Oregon

Oregon 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

$7,900 - $14,674

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$7,900 - $14,674

Implants & Supplies

$3,950 - $7,337

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,950 - $7,337

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,634 - $4,891

Total Estimated Cost

Oregon all-in range

$21,500 – $53,750

Financing Options

Many Oregon clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $37,625 looks like:

$1,568/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 Oregon's regional price parity (107.5). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Oregon

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

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Sacred Heart Medical Center - Riverbend Springfield $13,575 $11,973 460
St Charles Bend Campus Bend $13,960 $12,360 443
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center Medford $14,179 $12,579 357
Providence Medford Medical Center Medford $14,358 $12,758 346
Providence St Vincent Medical Center Portland $14,299 $12,698 295
Salem Hospital Salem $14,722 $13,126 211
Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center Springfield $13,348 $11,744 205
Asante Three Rivers Medical Center Grants Pass $13,006 $11,405 197
Ohsu Hospital And Clinics Portland $14,342 $12,742 187
Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center Tualatin $14,272 $12,672 183
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Sacred Heart Medical Center - Riverbend Springfield $17,537 $12,521 111
Bay Area Hospital Coos Bay $20,493 $18,060 66
St Charles Bend Campus Bend $19,680 $18,048 65
Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center Springfield $15,776 $12,889 56
Salem Hospital Salem $22,242 $13,113 51
Samaritan Albany General Hospital Albany $19,680 $11,794 48
Ohsu Hospital And Clinics Portland $22,193 $19,180 36
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Corvallis $20,269 $16,466 36
Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center Portland $20,178 $15,714 24
Providence St Vincent Medical Center Portland $16,884 $15,001 22
Regional Comparison

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

Knee Replacement Surgery pricing varies across the region. Here's how Oregon stacks up against its neighbors.

Idaho
$34,020
-9.6% vs OR
Nevada
$35,175
-6.5% vs OR
Washington
$37,520
-0.3% vs OR
California
$39,655
+5.4% vs OR
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Oregon Patients

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

Compare Oregon 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 is the average price of knee replacement surgery in Oregon?
Oregon patients pay an average of $37,625 for knee replacement surgery. Quotes from individual providers generally fall between $21,500 and $53,750, with facility fees and surgeon experience accounting for most of the variation.
Does insurance cover knee replacement surgery?
Insurance typically picks up most of the tab for knee replacement surgery when it's medically indicated. In Oregon, confirm your surgeon is in-network and get pre-authorization before scheduling to avoid surprise bills.
When can I return to work after knee replacement surgery?
Plan for 42 to 120 days of downtime after knee replacement surgery in Oregon. 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 Oregon can add $1,881 to $3,762 to your total bill.
How can I finance knee replacement surgery in Oregon?
Many Oregon 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 $37,625 cost into monthly installments.
What should I look for in a Oregon 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 Oregon, check whether an outpatient surgery center can perform your knee replacement surgery — ASCs typically charge 30-50% less than hospitals for the same procedure.
Is it worth traveling to another state for knee replacement surgery?
At $34,020, Idaho is the cheapest neighboring option — 10% below Oregon's average. If the savings justify your travel and lodging costs, it's a viable option. Many border-area patients do this, especially for elective procedures where timing is flexible.
Does Oregon Medicaid cover knee replacement surgery?
Medicaid coverage for knee replacement surgery in Oregon depends on medical necessity. If your doctor documents that knee replacement surgery is required for your health, Oregon Medicaid may cover part or all of the cost. Pre-authorization is typically required. Contact Oregon's Medicaid office or your managed care plan for specific coverage details.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate knee replacement surgery costs in Oregon

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 Oregon'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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