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Shoulder replacement in California: what it costs

What Medicare pays for a shoulder replacement in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.

Surgery center
$19,356
$18,200–$20,513 across California
Hospital outpatient
$25,566
$23,838–$27,294 across California
Hospital stay
$29,292
$27,192–$31,391 across California

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Questions

How much does a shoulder replacement cost in California?

Medicare's 2026 price for a shoulder replacement in California is $18,200–$20,513 at surgery center; $23,838–$27,294 at hospital outpatient; $27,192–$31,391 at hospital stay, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.

Where is a shoulder replacement cheapest in California?

At surgery center, from $18,200. Hospital stay runs up to $31,391 for the same service.

How do I find the price near me?

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