What would be a ball-park estimate of the cost of hip replacement surgery in the US
today? Please include pre and post op costs as well.
thank you Pink, once again.
I know it's a drop in the bucket, but go ahead and post it, please!
ts
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There are some figures from 2003 here (scroll down to "Average
Hospitalization Costs Per Stay (2003)"):
http://www.aaos.org/wordhtml/research/stats/Hipkneefacts.htm
Oh dear, Timely One, I do hope it's not for you.
My guess: $20,000.
Of course, I'm only guessing.
Thank you for accepting my findings as your official answer. I have
reposted the link below.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Hip and Knee Replacements 2003
http://www.aaos.org/wordhtml/research/stats/Hipkneefacts.htm
Here's another quote (from 2001):
"A single hip replacement costs between $20,000 and $50,000, depending
on patient age and length of hospital stay, most of which is paid for
by Medicare and other health insurers."
Smoger Law Firm: Hip Implants
http://www.texasinjurylaw.com/Sulzer_Hip_Implants/manufacturing_defect_revealed.htm
However, if the patient is a dog or cat rather than a human...
"Routine unilateral hip replacement costs $2,700-$3,500. This includes
all routine expenses associated with the examination, diagnostics,
medications, hospitalization, and surgery. A 50% deposit is required
when your pet is admitted to the hospital."
Virginia Maryland Veterinary Teaching Hospital: TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT
http://www.vth.vt.edu/clientsvisitors/sa-factsheets/sa-factsheets.asp?thr.txt
My Google search strategy:
Google Web Search: "hip replacement cost OR costs"
://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=%22hip+replacement+cost+OR+costs%22
Best,
Pink Outlook: Hip Surgery for Young People::
And while hip replacement surgery can provide pain relief and improved function He says his hip problems probably cost him a shot at being drafted by a
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