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Procedure | Price Range | |
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Knee Replacement (Total) Cost Average | $11,200 - $30,600 | Free Quote |
Facility | City | Type |
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Montgomery Surgery Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Surgery Center of Chevy Chase | Chevy Chase | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lakeforest Ambulatory Surgery Center | District Heights | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Southern Maryland Hospital | Clinton | Acute Care Hospital |
Arthritis and Sports Orthopaedics | Sterling | Ortho Surgery Center |
Arlington Musculoskeletal Center | Arlington | Ortho Surgery Center |
Neurocare Ambulatory Surgery Center | Silver Spring | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Rankin Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center | Washington | Ortho Surgery Center |
Laurel Foot and Ankle Ambulatory Surgical Center | Laurel | Ortho Surgery Center |
Metro Ambulatory Surgical Center | Temple Hills | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Premier Surgery Center of DC | Washington | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
The Center for Orthopedics | Fredericksburg | Ortho Surgery Center |
Central Virginia Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine | Fredericksburg | Ortho Surgery Center |
Women's Health Ambulatory Health Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Fredericksburg Ambulatory Surgery Center | Fredericksburg | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Mt Airy Surgery Center | Mount Airy | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Washington Adventist Hospital | Takoma Park | Acute Care Hospital |
Howard University Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Greenbelt Surgery Center | Berwyn Heights | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Center for Ambulatory | Washington | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Capital Area Surgery Center | Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Prince William Hospital | Manassas | Acute Care Hospital |
Foot and Ankle Surgery Center of Silver Spring | Silver Spring | Ortho Surgery Center |
Shady Grove Ambulatory Surgery Center | Gaithersburg | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Northern Virginia Surgery Center | Fairfax | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Forbes Ambulatory Surgery Center | Seabrook | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital | Rockville | Acute Care Hospital |
Groman and Rubin Ambulatory Surgery Center | Silver Spring | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Ambulatory Surgery Center of Bethesda | North Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Rockville Ambulatory Surgery | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Center for Advanced Orthopedics | Waldorf | Ortho Surgery Center |
Rivertowne Surgery Center | Oxon Hill | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center | Bowie | Ortho Surgery Center |
Jefferson Memorial Hospital | Ranson | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Surgery Center of Bethesda | Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Main Street Ambulatory Surgical Ctr | Laurel | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Bethesda Surgery Center | Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Md. Outpatient Foot Surgery Center | Rockville | Ortho Surgery Center |
Burtonsville Surgical Center | Burtonsville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Washington Hospital Center | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Hendi Ambulatory Surgery Center | Chevy Chase | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Fredericktown Ambulatory Surgical Facility | Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Surgcenter of Southern Maryland | Clinton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Gaithersburg Foot and Ankle Surgery Center | Gaithersburg | Ortho Surgery Center |
Center for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine | Falls Church | Ortho Surgery Center |
Inova Fairfax Hospital | Falls Church | Acute Care Hospital |
Inova Surgery Center @ Franconia-springfield | Alexandria | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
White Flint Surgery | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Suburban Outpatient Surgery Center | Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Msc Ambulatory Surgical Center | Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Warren Memorial Hospital | Front Royal | Acute Care Hospital |
MSC Ambulatory Surgical Center | Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Metro Orthopedics and Sports Therapy | Silver Spring | Ortho Surgery Center |
Silver Spring Surgery Center | Silver Spring | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Montgomery General Hospital | Olney | Acute Care Hospital |
Surgery Center of Potomac | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Civista Partners Ambulatory Surgery Center | Waldorf | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Center for Advanced Surgical Procedures | Ashburn | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Certified Ambulatory Surgery Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Providence Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Fauquier Hospital | Warrenton | Acute Care Hospital |
Beltsville Ambulatory Surgery Center | Beltsville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital | Fairfax | Acute Care Hospital |
Tower Oaks Surgery Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Prince William Ambulatory Surgery Center | Manassas | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Mid-pike Surgical Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lakeforest Ambulatory Surgery Center | Gaithersburg | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Rockville Ambulatory Surgery Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Montgomery Orthopaedics | Kensington | Ortho Surgery Center |
Virginia Hospital Center | Arlington | Acute Care Hospital |
Frederick Surgical Center | Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Nih Clinical Center | Bethesda | Acute Care Hospital |
Surgery Center of Maryland | Silver Spring | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Orthopaedic Medicine and Surgery | Washington | Ortho Surgery Center |
Inova Loudoun Hospital | Leesburg | Acute Care Hospital |
Inova Woodburn Surgery Center | Annandale | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Quince Orchard Surgery Center | Gaithersburg | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Surgery Center of Rockville | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Four Corners Ambulatory Surgical Center | Silver Spring | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Sibley Memorial Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Nouvelle Surgery Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Doctors Community Hospital | Lanham | Acute Care Hospital |
Amber Meadows Surgery Center | Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Maple Springs Podiatric | Gaithersburg | Ortho Surgery Center |
Potomac Ambulatory Surgery Center | Fairfax | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Reston Hospital Center | Reston | Acute Care Hospital |
Frederick Memorial Hospital | Frederick | Acute Care Hospital |
Mary Washington Hospital | Fredericksburg | Acute Care Hospital |
Greater Southeast Community Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital | Alexandria | Acute Care Hospital |
Total Foot Care Surgery Center | Greenbelt | Ortho Surgery Center |
Calvert Memorial Hospital ASC | Prince Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
The Friendship Ambulatorysurgery Center | Chevy Chase | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Pembrooke Square Surgery Center | Waldorf | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Inova Alexandria Hospital | Alexandria | Acute Care Hospital |
Reston Surgery Center | Reston | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
ASC Renew Maryland Science and Tech Center | Bowie | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Prince George's Hospital Center | Cheverly | Acute Care Hospital |
Center for Universal Surgery | Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Fort Washington Medical Center | Fort Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Calvert Memorial Hospital | Prince Frederick | Acute Care Hospital |
Georgetown University Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
University Center for Ambulatory Surgery | Riverdale | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Hotchkiss Ambulatory Surgical Center | Waldorf | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Laurel Lakes Foot and Ankle ASC | Laurel | Ortho Surgery Center |
Fairfax Surgical Center | Fairfax | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Landover Ambulatory Surgery | Largo | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Laurel Regional Hospital | Laurel | Acute Care Hospital |
Fair Ridge Orthopedics | Annandale | Ortho Surgery Center |
Orthopedic Specialty Clinic | Fredericksburg | Ortho Surgery Center |
Holy Cross Hospital | Silver Spring | Acute Care Hospital |
Congressional Ambulatory Surgery Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Potomac Hospital | Woodbridge | Acute Care Hospital |
Suburban Hospital | Bethesda | Acute Care Hospital |
Dimensions Surgery Center | Bowie | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Charles County Surgical Center | White Plains | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Civista Medical Center | La Plata | Acute Care Hospital |
George Washington University Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Thomas Johnson Surgery Center | Frederick | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Children's Ambulatory Center at Montgomery County | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
River Road Surgery Center | Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Bethesda Ambulatory Surgical Center | Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Fallsgrove Surgery Center | Rockville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Enk Surgicenter | Laurel | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Capital Surgery Center Lls | Bowie | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Massachusetts Avenue Surgery Center | Bethesda | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Knee Replacement Surgery Cost and Procedure Introduction
Knee replacement surgery, sometimes called total knee replacement or TKR, is an option for people who have knee pain or loss of mobility. Osteoarthritis is the most common reason, but injuries — fractures, torn cartilage and torn ligaments — may also lead to degeneration which is cause for knee replacement. This procedure is usually only considered after more conservative measures — anti-inflammatory medication, bracing, physical therapy, prescription pain medication and restrictions in activity — have been exhausted with little or no improvement. This procedure is performed under general anesthetic. Patients typically stay in the hospital for several days after the surgery and can return to normal activities after six weeks, though you will have to avoid high-impact activities after a knee replacement.
Patient Preparation for Knee Replacement Surgery
A physical examination will be performed along with blood or other diagnostic tests — X-rays, MRIs, etc. It is particularly important to inform the physician of all medications or vitamins taken regularly or if you are pregnant (or think you might be pregnant). Tell your doctor if you have heart, lung or other medical conditions that may need special attention and, finally, if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking any anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medications, aspirin or other medications that affect blood clotting. You will be given instructions in advance that will outline what you should and should not do in preparation for the surgery; be sure to read and follow those instructions. You will be asked to fast for eight hours before the procedure, generally after midnight. You will need to make arrangements for transportation after the surgery is complete. If you are given a prescription for pain medication, have it filled prior to surgery.
What to Expect During and After Knee Replacement Surgery
The surgery itself usually takes about two hours, but the preparation and recovery time may have several hours. An intravenous line is inserted into the arm to administer a sedative and a painkiller. Your heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate and oxygen level will be monitored during the procedure. The procedure is done while you are under general anesthesia (unconscious and pain-free). Typically, knee replacement surgery is performed by an orthopedic surgeon. Once unconscious, the surgeon will make an incision down the middle of the knee, eight to 10 inches long. The ends of the tibia and femur are then and prepared for the prosthetic. The new knee components are then attached to the bones using bone cement, and the surgeon will then test for fit and mobility. Finally, the incision will be stitched closed.
After surgery, you will be taken to the recovery room for observation. Once your blood pressure, pulse, and breathing are stable and you are alert, you will be taken to your hospital room. Patients stay in the hospital from one to three days, when pain can be managed without IV pain medication and the patient can safely use crutches or a walker. Before being discharged, you will be given instructions about care for your incisions, limits on activities and what you should do to aid your recovery. If you notice any of the following, call the number the hospital gave you: Fever, excessive sweating, difficulty urinating, redness, bleeding or worsening pain.
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