Price ShopperLook up your ZIP · Joint replacement atlasHow much does kneecap fracture fixation cost?
Wires, screws or partial removal for a broken kneecap. What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.
Wires, screws or partial removal for a broken kneecap.
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How much does kneecap fracture fixation cost?
Medicare's 2026 national price for kneecap fracture fixation is $4,401 at surgery center; $8,118 at hospital outpatient. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.
Where is kneecap fracture fixation cheapest?
Usually at surgery center ($4,401) rather than hospital outpatient ($8,118), about $3,718 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.