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How much does knee arthroscopy, both menisci cost?

Arthroscopic trimming of tears in both the inner and outer meniscus. What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.

Surgery center
$2,178
Medicare 2026, national
Hospital outpatient
$3,876
Medicare 2026, national

Arthroscopic trimming of tears in both the inner and outer meniscus.

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How much does knee arthroscopy, both menisci cost?

Medicare's 2026 national price for knee arthroscopy, both menisci is $2,178 at surgery center; $3,876 at hospital outpatient. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.

Where is knee arthroscopy, both menisci cheapest?

Usually at surgery center ($2,178) rather than hospital outpatient ($3,876), about $1,698 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.