Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Pennsylvania (2026)
In line with national pricing · Regional price parity: 101.8 · PA
Knee Replacement Surgery in Pennsylvania: What to Know
Pennsylvania offers diverse options for knee replacement surgery, with over 50,000 procedures annually. In 2014, the statewide complication rate was 2.2%, with UPMC Passavant and Meadville Medical Center showing significantly lower rates. Reading Hospital stands out, recognized by Healthgrades for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery and Outpatient Total Knee Replacement. Many facilities, including Penn Medicine, offer robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, with Penn Highlands Healthcare offering Mako SmartRobotic™ surgery in Northwest Central PA.
For potential savings, consider Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), which are increasingly performing knee replacements, like Restore Orthopaedic Surgical Institute. Costs can vary significantly even within cities, so comparing facilities is crucial. You'll find a range of options across the state. Verify current pricing directly with providers.
Estimated Cost Breakdown in Pennsylvania
Knee Replacement Surgery costs in Pennsylvania track close to the national average. Here's how the total is divided across cost components.
| Component | Estimated Range |
|---|---|
| Facility Fee | $7,481 - $13,896 |
| Surgeon Fee | $7,481 - $13,896 |
| Implants Supplies | $3,740 - $6,948 |
| Post Op Care | $3,740 - $6,948 |
| Anesthesia | $2,494 - $4,632 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $20,360 – $50,900 |
Based on CMS Medicare data and regional price parities. Learn about our methodology →
Ranges adjusted for Pennsylvania's regional price parity (101.8). See the national percentage breakdown →
Facility Costs in Pennsylvania
You can get knee replacement surgery at hospitals or ambulatory surgery centers across Pennsylvania. The table below shows real negotiated rates from CMS Medicare data — not sticker prices.
| Facility | City | Negotiated Rate | Medicare Payment | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Hospital | Allentown | $13,158 | $11,558 | 1,573 |
| Lancaster General Hospital | Lancaster | $12,655 | $11,059 | 808 |
| Rothman Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital Llc | Bensalem | $13,409 | $11,807 | 692 |
| Physician's Care Surgical Hospital | Royersford | $13,039 | $11,437 | 618 |
| Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals | Harrisburg | $12,440 | $10,838 | 592 |
| Riddle Memorial Hospital | Media | $13,317 | $11,717 | 524 |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | Philadelphia | $13,165 | $11,564 | 474 |
| Oss Orthopaedic Hospital | York | $12,552 | $10,951 | 439 |
| Mount Nittany Medical Center | State College | $13,654 | $12,054 | 412 |
| Bryn Mawr Hospital, The | Bryn Mawr | $13,308 | $11,707 | 405 |
| Facility | City | Negotiated Rate | Medicare Payment | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oss Orthopaedic Hospital | York | $13,055 | $10,732 | 315 |
| Lehigh Valley Hospital | Allentown | $16,467 | $13,751 | 248 |
| Advanced Surgical Hospital | Washington | $11,848 | $10,058 | 220 |
| Penn Presbyterian Medical Center | Philadelphia | $20,880 | $16,199 | 210 |
| Doylestown Hospital | Doylestown | $13,764 | $11,796 | 198 |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | Philadelphia | $21,901 | $17,158 | 188 |
| Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals | Harrisburg | $15,797 | $12,856 | 187 |
| Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital | Greensburg | $12,259 | $10,696 | 164 |
| Rothman Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital Llc | Bensalem | $13,626 | $11,905 | 142 |
| Riddle Memorial Hospital | Media | $13,828 | $11,637 | 140 |
Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Neighboring States
Neighboring states offer a range of knee replacement surgery pricing. Pennsylvania falls in the middle of the pack.