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Fusing the ankle joint for severe arthritis. What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.
Fusing the ankle joint for severe arthritis.
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Questions
How much does ankle fusion cost?
Medicare's 2026 national price for ankle fusion is $10,622 at surgery center; $14,045 at hospital outpatient. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.
Where is ankle fusion cheapest?
Usually at surgery center ($10,622) rather than hospital outpatient ($14,045), about $3,423 less for the same service at Medicare's national rates.
Is this what I will pay?
These are Medicare's payment rates, a public benchmark for a fair price. What you pay depends on your insurance, deductible and the provider. Ask for a written estimate before you book; if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate.