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Lubbock, TX 79415 · CMS Certification Number 450686. What Medicare pays this hospital for knee, hip and shoulder replacement, what it lists, how it compares, and what a surgery center nearby is paid.
Medicare prices at University Medical Center
| Operation | Inpatient paid | List price | List ÷ paid | Outpatient allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hip or knee replacement | — | — | — | $11,406 |
| Shoulder replacement | — | — | — | $16,137 |
| Hip replacement after a fracture (DRG 522) | $21,712 | $103,938 | 4.8× | — |
Quality
Overall Care Compare rating: 2 of 5 stars. Government · Acute · 503 beds
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Questions
How much does Medicare pay University Medical Center for a knee or hip replacement?
Medicare allowed an average of $11,406 per outpatient hip or knee replacement case (APC 5115, 90 cases) in 2024. Inpatient stays were too few to report.
Is a knee replacement cheaper at a surgery center near University Medical Center?
Yes for Medicare facility payments. Wilson Surgicenter, an orthopedic surgery center 9.0 mi away, is paid about $8,359 by Medicare for a knee replacement (CPT 27447). Not every patient is a surgery-center candidate.