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Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Washington (2026)

Somewhat above the national average · RPP 107.2 · WA

Washington Average
$37,520
▲ +7.2% above national
Typical Range
$21,440 – $53,600
National avg: $35,000
Editorial view of Washington
Regional Pricing Confidence
94% Confidence Index
The Washington Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Washington's cost-of-living index sits at 107.2 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At +7.2% above the national average ($35,000), Washington sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Knee Replacement Surgery in Washington: What to Know

Considering knee replacement surgery in Washington? You'll find top-tier care. Swedish Orthopedic Institute performs over 1,000 knee replacements annually, making it Washington's highest volume hospital for joint replacements. EvergreenHealth Total Joint Program in Kirkland is the state's only DNV Center of Excellence for total joint replacement, with nearly two-thirds of their 2023 patients achieving same-day discharge. Several facilities, like Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists in Spokane, offer robotic-assisted surgery for enhanced precision.

To potentially lower your costs, explore Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in Washington, which offer knee replacement procedures significantly cheaper than hospital outpatient departments. Proliance Orthopedic Associates in Eastern Washington also provides comprehensive surgical travel offerings and same-day surgeries at their surgical center. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Washington

Washington 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

$7,878 - $14,633

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$7,878 - $14,633

Implants & Supplies

$3,939 - $7,316

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,939 - $7,316

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,626 - $4,878

Total Estimated Cost

Washington all-in range

$21,440 – $53,600

Financing Options

Many Washington clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $37,520 looks like:

$1,563/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 Washington's regional price parity (107.2). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Washington

Facilities in Washington 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
Swedish Medical Center Seattle $14,458 $12,858 1,110
St Michael Medical Center Bremerton $14,398 $12,796 524
Overlake Hospital Medical Center Bellevue $13,722 $12,122 468
Kadlec Regional Medical Center Richland $13,154 $11,554 424
Valley Medical Center Renton $13,686 $12,085 410
University Of Washington Medical Ctr Seattle $13,767 $12,167 405
Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle $13,592 $11,992 403
Providence St Peter Hospital Olympia $13,811 $12,210 369
Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp. Spokane $13,072 $11,471 362
Confluence Health Hospital Wenatchee $14,582 $12,982 343
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Peacehealth Southwest Medical Cente Vancouver $17,147 $14,367 111
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett Everett $16,791 $14,043 86
University Of Washington Medical Ctr Seattle $19,694 $15,978 64
Evergreenhealth Medical Center Kirkland $16,544 $12,199 62
Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital Tacoma $18,283 $14,028 52
Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center Bellingham $18,601 $14,575 49
Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle $19,749 $14,133 41
Grays Harbor Community Hospital Aberdeen $16,314 $14,714 39
Swedish Medical Center Seattle $19,759 $14,867 38
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital Puyallup $16,337 $13,261 33
Regional Comparison

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

Neighboring states offer a range of knee replacement surgery pricing. Washington falls in the middle of the pack.

Idaho
$34,020
-9.3% vs WA
Oregon
$37,625
+0.3% vs WA
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Washington Patients

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

Compare Washington 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 Washington?
The average cost of knee replacement surgery in Washington is $37,520. Prices typically range from $21,440 to $53,600, depending on the facility, provider, and your specific case.
Can I use insurance for knee replacement surgery in Washington?
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 Washington provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
When can I return to work 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.
Are payment plans available for knee replacement surgery in Washington?
Financing knee replacement surgery in Washington is straightforward. Options include medical credit lines (CareCredit, Alphaeon Credit), your surgeon's in-house installment plan, or HSA/FSA dollars if the procedure has a medical component. Always compare the total cost with interest against a cash-pay discount.
How do I compare knee replacement surgery facilities in Washington?
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 Washington, 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 Washington?
Potentially. Idaho averages $34,020 for knee replacement surgery — a 9% savings over Washington. Whether it's worth the drive depends on how close you are to the border and whether you can arrange follow-up care locally.
Can Medicaid help pay for knee replacement surgery in Washington?
If knee replacement surgery is deemed medically necessary, Washington's Medicaid program may cover it partially or fully. You'll need your doctor to submit documentation to your plan. Elective cases without a medical justification are generally not covered.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate knee replacement surgery costs in Washington

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 Washington'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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