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Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Wyoming (2026)

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Wyoming Average
$33,075
▼ -5.5% below national
Typical Range
$18,900 – $47,250
National avg: $35,000
Editorial view of Wyoming
Regional Pricing Confidence
87% Confidence Index
The Wyoming Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Wyoming's cost-of-living index sits at 94.5 — meaningfully below the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At -5.5% below the national average ($35,000), Wyoming is a discount market. Often driven by lower overhead or less metro concentration — quality can still be excellent.

State Context

Knee Replacement Surgery in Wyoming: What to Know

Knee replacement surgery in Wyoming offers advanced options, with facilities like Summit Medical Center in Casper holding The Joint Commission's Gold Seal for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement. Robotic-assisted procedures are available statewide, including at Wyoming Orthopedics & Spine in Gillette and Evanston Regional Hospital, which utilizes a highly advanced robot for joint replacements. Cheyenne Regional Medical Center also offers VELYS™ and MAKO® robotic technologies. Premier Bone & Joint Centers in Laramie performed Wyoming's first "Smart Knee replacement," using Persona IQ® for remote monitoring, especially beneficial for patients facing travel challenges.

For potentially lower costs, consider ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) like Powder River Surgery Center in Gillette or Western Wyoming Surgery Center in Lander, which offer knee replacements at a significant discount compared to hospitals. Additionally, Wyoming's limited medical infrastructure sometimes necessitates travel to major medical centers in neighboring states like Denver, Salt Lake City, or Billings for specialized care. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Wyoming

Knee Replacement Surgery pricing in Wyoming comes in modestly under the US average. This is the typical expense structure.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$6,945 - $12,899

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$6,945 - $12,899

Implants & Supplies

$3,472 - $6,450

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$3,472 - $6,450

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$2,315 - $4,300

Total Estimated Cost

Wyoming all-in range

$18,900 – $47,250

Financing Options

Many Wyoming clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $33,075 looks like:

$1,378/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 Wyoming's regional price parity (94.5). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Wyoming

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

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Summit Medical Center Casper $12,497 $10,896 290
St Johns Medical Center Jackson $13,606 $12,006 201
Ivinson Memorial Hospital Laramie $13,383 $11,783 149
Campbell County Memorial Hospital Gillette $13,527 $11,927 121
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Sheridan $13,610 $12,010 104
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Cheyenne $13,348 $11,748 96
Sagewest Health Care Riverton $13,567 $11,965 75
Wyoming Medical Center Casper $13,360 $11,756 66
Memorial Hospital Sweetwater County Rock Springs $13,471 $11,869 47
Evanston Regional Hospital Evanston $13,429 $11,863 23
Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Sheridan $22,448 $20,848 30
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Cheyenne $20,489 $17,920 28
Wyoming Medical Center Casper $26,632 $12,730 11
Regional Comparison

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Nearby States

Compared to surrounding states, Wyoming is the most affordable option for knee replacement surgery.

Nebraska
$33,775
+2.1% vs WY
South Dakota
$33,880
+2.4% vs WY
Idaho
$34,020
+2.9% vs WY
Montana
$34,125
+3.2% vs WY
Utah
$34,720
+5.0% vs WY
Colorado
$36,820
+11.3% vs WY
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Wyoming Patients

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

Compare Wyoming with any other state

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

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How much does knee replacement surgery cost in Wyoming?
The average cost of knee replacement surgery in Wyoming is $33,075. Prices typically range from $18,900 to $47,250, depending on the facility, provider, and your specific 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 Wyoming provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
How long is recovery after knee replacement surgery?
The recovery timeline for knee replacement surgery is 42 to 120 days. Here's the general pattern: days 1-42 involve significant rest, days 42-120 are a gradual return to activity. Wyoming patients should also budget for post-op care costs — follow-up visits, pain management, and any required imaging or lab work.
How can I finance knee replacement surgery in Wyoming?
Financing knee replacement surgery in Wyoming 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.
What should I look for in a Wyoming knee replacement surgery provider?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Wyoming, also compare hospital vs. ambulatory surgery center pricing (ASCs can be 30-50% cheaper) and check whether your insurance network includes the facility.
Can Medicaid help pay for knee replacement surgery in Wyoming?
If knee replacement surgery is deemed medically necessary, Wyoming'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.
Can I use my HSA or FSA for knee replacement surgery?
Yes — knee replacement surgery is generally eligible for HSA and FSA reimbursement when medically necessary. At $33,075 in Wyoming, using pre-tax dollars can save you 20-35% compared to paying with after-tax income. Keep all receipts and get an itemized bill from your provider.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate knee replacement surgery costs in Wyoming

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 Wyoming'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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