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Ankle Pain

Procedure Overview

This can develop after an injury to the ankle joint, overuse of the ankle joint, arthritis in the ankle joint, or infection in the ankle joint.

How Are These Numbers Calculated?

The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.

Cost Overview

National Average

$ 77

Florida State Average

73

Our prices are estimates based on an average and may not be your actual costs. Your costs may be higher or lower for a number of reasons, including insurance deductibles, how sick you are, or other factors.

Cost Breakdowns

Our estimated cost information is not a guarantee of payment or benefits. Your actual costs may be higher or lower than the estimate.

Ankle Pain

This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.

STEP 1
Office Visit

A visit with a primary care physician to evaluate your ankle pain and determine the best course of treatment

NATIONAL

$ 77

State ()

NA

TOTAL

NATIONAL

$ 77

State ()

What to Expect

Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.

About this Procedure

Your health care provider may order an x-ray to look for a bone fracture, or an MRI scan to look for an injury to the ligament.

To help your ankle heal, your provider may treat you with a brace, a cast, or a splint, and may give you crutches to walk on. You may be asked to place only part or none of your weight on the bad ankle.

How to Prepare

Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.

On the Day of the Procedure

  • Rest your ankle for several days. Try NOT to put much weight on your ankle.
  • Put on an ACE bandage. You also can buy a brace that supports your ankle.
  • Use crutches or a cane to help take the weight off a sore or unsteady ankle.
  • Keep your foot raised above the level of your heart. When you are sitting or sleeping, place two pillows under your ankle.
  • Ice the area right away. Apply ice for 10-15 minutes every hour for the first day. Then, apply ice every 3-4 hours for 2 more days.
  • Try acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or other pain relievers made by the store.
  • The injury may take a few weeks to many months to fully heal. Once the pain and swelling are mostly gone, the injured ankle will still be a little weaker and less stable than the uninjured ankle.
  • You will need to start exercises to strengthen your ankle and avoid injury in the future.
  • Do not begin these exercises until a health care professional tells you it is safe to start.
  • You will also need to work on your balance and agility.

What to Ask

To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.

Questions to Ask Your Provider

  • What are my treatment options? 
  • What are the pros and cons of each?

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