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Total ankle replacement for end-stage ankle arthritis. Inpatient stays group to MS-DRG 469. What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.
Total ankle replacement for end-stage ankle arthritis. Inpatient stays group to MS-DRG 469.
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How much does ankle replacement cost?
Medicare's 2026 national price for ankle replacement is $22,722 at surgery center; $28,607 at hospital outpatient; $22,957 at hospital stay. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.
Where is ankle replacement cheapest?
Usually at surgery center ($22,722) rather than hospital outpatient ($28,607), about $5,884 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.