Price AtlasInteractive atlas · All states · techysurgeon.comSurgicare of Lake Charles: surgery-center prices
An orthopedic ambulatory surgery center in Lake Charles, LA 70601. What Medicare pays here for knee, hip and shoulder replacement, and how that compares with the hospitals nearby.
Nearest hospitals
| Hospital | Distance | Inpatient paid | Outpatient allowed | List price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital | 11.9 mi | $13,415 | $11,044 | $19,194 |
| Abbeville General Hospital | 65.3 mi | $14,654 | — | $43,782 |
| Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center | 69.4 mi | $13,217 | $10,826 | $84,661 |
5 operating rooms · Proprietary · certified since 1975
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Questions
How much does Medicare pay Surgicare of Lake Charles for a knee replacement?
About $8,162 for a total knee replacement (CPT 27447), $8,333 for a total hip (CPT 27130) and $12,621 for a total shoulder (CPT 23472): Medicare's CY2024 national surgery-center rates adjusted by the local wage index (0.8041).
How does that compare with the nearest hospital?
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital (11.9 mi) was paid an average of $13,415 per inpatient hip or knee replacement stay in 2024, $5,253 more than this surgery center's knee rate.
Does Louisiana require a certificate of need for surgery centers?
Louisiana has a certificate-of-need program that does not cover surgery centers.