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Procedure | Price Range | |
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Hip Replacement Surgery (Total) Cost Average | $14,700 - $40,200 | Free Quote |
Hip Resurfacing Surgery Cost Average | $15,300 - $41,900 | Free Quote |
Facility | City | Type |
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Cabrini Tower Ambulatory Surgery Center | Seattle | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett | Everett | Acute Care Hospital |
ASC Polyclinic Surgery Center | Seattle | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill | Seattle | Acute Care Hospital |
North Seattle Surgery Center | Seattle | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Harborview Medical Center | Seattle | Acute Care Hospital |
Active Foot and Ankle Center | Seattle | Ortho Surgery Center |
Cascade Valley Arlington Surgery Center | Arlington | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
St Joseph Gig Harbor Same Day Surgery Center | Gig Harbor | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Swedish Edmonds Hospital | Edmonds | Acute Care Hospital |
Cascade Surgery Center | Auburn | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Surgery Center Enumclaw | Enumclaw | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Gateway Surgery Center | Everett | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Southwest Seattle Surgery Center | Burien | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Edmonds Center for Outpatient Surgery | Edmonds | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Hillside Medical Surgery | Puyallup | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Virginia Mason Federal Way South ASC | Federal Way | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Evergreenhealth Medical Center | Kirkland | Acute Care Hospital |
Highline Medical Center | Burien | Acute Care Hospital |
West Tacoma Surgery Center | Tacoma | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Southlake Clinic | Renton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital | Snoqualmie | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Lakewood Surgery Center | Lakewood | Ortho Surgery Center |
Evergreen Orthopedic Clinic | Monroe | Ortho Surgery Center |
Trask Surgery Center | Everett | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Bellevue Ambulatory Surgery Center | Bellevue | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Issaquah Surgery Center | Issaquah | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Virginia Mason Issaquah ASC | Issaquah | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Cascade Valley Hospital | Arlington | Acute Care Hospital |
St Clare Hospital | Lakewood | Acute Care Hospital |
Evergreenhealth Monroe | Monroe | Acute Care Hospital |
Washington Institute Orthopedic Center | Kirkland | Ortho Surgery Center |
Evergreen Surgical Center | Kirkland | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Northwest Hospital and Medical Center | Seattle | Medical Center |
Evergreen Orthopedic Surgery Center | Kirkland | Ortho Surgery Center |
Auburn Outpatient Surgery Center | Auburn | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Harbor Orthopedic Clinic | Gig Harbor | Ortho Surgery Center |
Swedish Medical Center | Seattle | Acute Care Hospital |
Virginia Mason Lynnwood ASC | Lynnwood | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Bel-red Ambulatory Surgical Facility | Bellevue | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Tacoma Ambulatory Surgery Center | Tacoma | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Edmonds Surgery Center | Edmonds | Ortho Surgery Center |
Kemp Surgery Center | Everett | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Kneefootanklecenter | Kirkland | Ortho Surgery Center |
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital | Puyallup | Acute Care Hospital |
Good Samaritan Surgery Center | Puyallup | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Overlake Hospital Medical Center | Bellevue | Acute Care Hospital |
Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital | Redmond | Acute Care Hospital |
University of Washington Medical Ctr | Seattle | Acute Care Hospital |
Overlake Surgery Center | Bellevue | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Kruger Clinic Othopaedics | Edmonds | Ortho Surgery Center |
Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital | Tacoma | Acute Care Hospital |
The Surgery Center at Rainier | Puyallup | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Pacific Medical Centers Ambulatory Surgical Center | Seattle | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Cedar Medical Specialties | Tacoma | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Valley Medical Center | Renton | Acute Care Hospital |
Smc Day Surgery | Renton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
St Joseph Medical Center | Tacoma | Acute Care Hospital |
Seattle Orthopedic Center Surgery | Seattle | Ortho Surgery Center |
St Elizabeth Hospital | Enumclaw | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Schick Shadel Hospital | Seattle | Acute Care Hospital |
St Francis Community Hospital | Federal Way | Acute Care Hospital |
The Orthopaedic Center | Tacoma | Ortho Surgery Center |
Everett Bone and Joint Surgery Center | Everett | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance | Seattle | Acute Care Hospital |
Seattle Surgery Center | Seattle | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Virginia Mason Medical Center | Seattle | Acute Care Hospital |
First Hill Surgery Center | Seattle | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Multicare Auburn Medical Center | Auburn | Acute Care Hospital |
The Multispecialty Surgency Center | Shoreline | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Virginia Mason Bellevue ASC | Bellevue | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Hip Replacement Surgery Cost and Procedure Introduction
Hip replacement surgery, sometimes called total hip arthroplasty, is an option for people who have hip pain or loss of mobility. This procedure can be performed arthroscopically or with traditional "open" surgery. Arthroscopic (minimally invasive) surgery is a procedure performed through tiny incisions, using an instrument called an arthroscope, a tube-like instrument with a camera and surgical tools attached. Arthritis is one of the most common reasons for this surgery, though fractures, avascular necrosis and other problems can be cause for hip replacement surgery. 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. Patients typically stay in the hospital for four to six days after the surgery and can return to normal light activities after three to six weeks, though you will have to avoid certain sports and high-impact activities.
Patient Preparation for Hip 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. Finally, tell your doctor 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. 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 Hip Replacement Surgery
The surgery itself usually takes one to two hours. An intravenous line is inserted into the arm to administer a sedative and a painkiller. Also, 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, hip replacement surgery is performed by an orthopedic surgeon. Once you are unconscious, the surgeon will make an incision on the side of the hip and then move the muscles and other tissue in order to reach the joint. The ball part of the joint is removed by cutting high on the femur. The ball will be replaced with an artificial joint using cement or a material that allows the bone to attach to the new joint. Your surgeon will then remove the damaged cartilage from the hip bone and insert the thigh bone into the hip socket. Finally, the incision will be stitched closed. For arthroscopic hip replacement surgery, the steps above are performed through one or two smaller cuts and small tools attached to the laparoscope. This method reduces blood loss, pain, and length of hospital stay. This procedure is newer than the standard hip replacement so make sure your doctor has experience (and success) before opting for minimally invasive surgery.
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 four to six 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. You will likely need weeks or months of physical therapy.
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