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Hip Replacement

Procedure Overview

This surgery replaces the two major parts of the hip joint with man-made materials. This care bundle includes a visit with the surgeon before the surgery, 10 visits with a physical therapist after surgery and 2 visits with the surgeon after surgery.

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

$ 37,352

Florida State Average

35,471

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.

Hip Replacement

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

STEP 1
Office Visit with Specialist for Evaluation

A visit with a specialist for a detailed evaluation and treatment of your symptoms

NATIONAL

$ 206

State ()

NA

STEP 2
Total Hip Replacement (THR)

Surgery to replace a diseased or damaged hip joint with manmade parts

NATIONAL

$ 36,301

State ()

NA

STEP 3
Outpatient Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation

A guided exercise program to reduce stiffness and improve range of motion in the hip

NATIONAL

$ 510

State ()

NA

STEP 4
Follow-up Office Visit

Two follow up office visits after you have left the hospital

NATIONAL

$ 335

State ()

NA

TOTAL

NATIONAL

$ 37,352

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

You will stay in the hospital for 2 to 3 days after having hip or knee joint replacement surgery. During that time you will recover from your anesthesia and the surgery.

  • A cut will be made in one of three places -- on the back of the hip (over the buttock), on the front of the hip (near the groin), or on the side of the hip.
  • In most cases, the cut will be 3 - 6 inches long. In a regular hip replacement surgery, the cut is 10 - 12 inches long.
  • The surgeon will use special instruments to work through the small cut.
  • Surgery involves cutting and removing bone. The surgeon will remove some muscles and other tissues. Less tissue is removed than in regular surgery. Most of the time, muscles are not cut or detached.
  • You will have a large dressing (bandage) over your incision (cut) and part of your leg. A small drainage tube may be placed during surgery to help drain blood that collects in your joint after surgery.

 

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

  • You may be asked to stop taking drugs that make it harder for your blood to clot. These include aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve), blood thinners such as warfarin (Coumadin), and other drugs.
  • Ask your doctor which drugs you should still take on the day of your surgery.
  • Tell your doctor if you have been drinking a lot of alcohol, more than 1 or 2 drinks a day.
  • If you smoke, try to stop. Ask your doctor for help. Smoking can slow down wound and bone healing.
  • You will usually be asked not to drink or eat anything for 6 to 12 hours before the procedure.
  • Take the drugs your doctor told you to take with a small sip of water.
  • Your doctor or nurse will tell you when to arrive at the hospital.

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

  • How well does this surgery work for someone my age and with any of the medical problems I may have?
  • Will I be able to do other activities, such as golf, swimming, tennis, or hiking? When can I do them?
  • Is there anything that I can do before the surgery so it will be more successful for me?
  • Are there exercises I should do to make my muscles stronger?
  • How can I get my home ready before I even go to the hospital?
  • How much help will I need when I come home? Will I be able to get out of bed?
  • How can I make my home so it is easier to get around and do things?
  • What type of supplies will I need when I get home?
  • Do I need to rearrange my home?
  • Do I need a hospital bed?
  • Do I need to go to a rehabilitation facility?
  • What will the surgery and my stay in the hospital be like?
  • Would I have a catheter in my bladder?
  • Will I have physical therapy in the hospital?
  • How long do I need to be in the hospital?
  • How long will I need to use crutches or a walker after I go home?
  • How much walking can I do?
  • When can I begin to place weight on my new joint?
  • How much weight can I put on my new joint?
  • When will I be able to do other activities, such as golf, swimming, tennis, or hiking?
  •  How do I take care of my surgical wound?
  • How often should I change the dressing? How do I wash the wound?
  • What should my wound look like? What wound problems do I need to watch out for?
  • When do sutures and staples come out?
  • Can I take a shower? Can I take a bath or soak in the hot tub?

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