About This Procedure
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using a tissue graft to replace the torn ligament in the knee. Common sports injury surgery.
What Affects the Price?
Allograft (donor tissue) costs $2,000-$4,000 more for the graft material than autograft (your own tissue). Outpatient surgery centers save 30-40% vs hospital ORs. Physical therapy over 6-9 months adds $3,000-$8,000. Surgeon specialization in sports medicine may command higher fees.
Key Cost Factors
- Graft type (autograft vs allograft)
- Arthroscopic technique
- Facility fees
- Surgeon fees
- Anesthesia
- Physical therapy (months)
- Pre-op MRI
Cost With vs Without Insurance
Full chargemaster or negotiated cash price
After deductible, copay, and coinsurance
Insurance costs assume you have met your deductible. If you haven't, your out-of-pocket costs will be higher until the deductible is satisfied.
Cost by State (Sample)
| State | Low | High | Avg | W/ Insurance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $17,000 | $42,500 | $29,750 | $8,500 |
| Alaska | $28,400 | $71,000 | $49,700 | $14,200 |
| Arizona | $19,400 | $48,500 | $33,950 | $9,700 |
| Arkansas | $16,400 | $41,000 | $28,700 | $8,200 |
| California | $27,600 | $69,000 | $48,300 | $13,800 |
| Colorado | $22,400 | $56,000 | $39,200 | $11,200 |
| Connecticut | $25,600 | $64,000 | $44,800 | $12,800 |
| Delaware | $22,000 | $55,000 | $38,500 | $11,000 |
| Florida | $21,000 | $52,500 | $36,750 | $10,500 |
| Georgia | $19,200 | $48,000 | $33,600 | $9,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Medical procedure prices vary by 300-500% between facilities. Getting quotes from multiple providers is the best way to find a fair price.
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