Hip Replacement Cost in Boston, MA (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay
What does a hip replacement cost in Boston, MA?
Where you have a hip replacement done in Boston, MA swings the bill from $11,777 to $14,000 for identical care. The median cash price across 21 reporting hospitals is $14,000. The numbers are pulled directly from federally mandated hospital price transparency files.
Boston, MA prices for a hip replacement span 8.5× across 21 reporting hospitals, from $2,017 (Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital in Brockton) up to $17,100 (PORTSMOUTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL in Portsmouth) for identical care. Half of Boston, MA facilities price it at or below $14,000, with most clustered between $11,777 and $14,000. Self-pay patients are quoted more than insurers actually pay: the median cash price is $14,000 versus a median negotiated rate of $14,000.
Forecast your out-of-pocket cost
- Lower-cost hospitals (bottom 25%): under $11,777
- Median hospital: $14,000
- Higher-cost hospitals (top 30%): $14,000+
- Patient A (higher-rate plan or out-of-network): ~$14,000
- Patient B (lower-rate in-network plan): ~$11,777
Where hip replacement costs vary in Boston, MA
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Cheapest Hip Replacement Providers in Boston, MA
Based on declared cash/self-pay prices from CMS hospital price transparency files.
| # | Facility | City | Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton Inc | Milton, MA | $4,287 | -$9,713 |
| 2 | Anna Jaques Hospital | Newburyport, MA | $8,854 | -$5,146 |
| 3 | South Shore Hospital | South Weymouth, MA | $11,124 | -$2,876 |
| 4 | MetroWest Medical Center - Framingham | Framingham, MA | $11,777 | -$2,223 |
| 5 | MetroWest Medical Center - Natick | Natick, MA | $11,777 | -$2,223 |
| 6 | Exeter Hospital Inc | Exeter, MA | $13,708 | -$292 |
| 7 | Winchester Hospital | Winchester, MA | $13,737 | -$263 |
| 8 | FRISBIE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | Rochester, MA | $14,000 | +$0 |
Prices are declared self-pay rates. Contact each facility for a formal quote before scheduling.
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What you'll actually pay — example scenarios
| Your situation | Estimated out-of-pocket |
|---|---|
| Deductible not yet met (pay in full) | ~$14,000 |
| Deductible met — 20% coinsurance | ~$2,800 |
| Out-of-network provider | $30,800+ |
Based on the state median facility price of $14,000. Your actual cost depends on your plan deductible, coinsurance rate, and network tier. Get YOUR personalized estimate →
What this means for you
If you haven't met your deductible, you are effectively a cash-pay patient.
That means:
- You should verify your hospital is in-network before an elective visit when possible
- The cheapest facility can save you $11,983+ vs. the median.
This is the single biggest lever most patients have to reduce their cost.
Lower-cost options in Boston, MA start around $11,777 or below. Most hospitals cluster between $11,777 and $14,693. A smaller group reports prices above that — often academic medical centers or high-cost markets.
If you're comparing specific hospitals, the lowest self-pay rates reported in this dataset include: Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital in Brockton (cash price from $2,017); Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Plymouth in Plymouth (cash price from $3,294); Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton Inc in Milton (cash price from $4,287). These are declared cash prices — contact each facility for a formal quote before scheduling.
- Best value hospitals (lowest prices): Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital: $2,017; Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Plymouth: $3,294; Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton Inc: $4,287
- Most expensive (outpatient): Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham: ~$17,100; New England Baptist Hospital: ~$16,792
→ Choosing the right facility can save $11,983+ vs. the state median.
Boston, MA Hip Replacement prices by facility
All prices below come from hospital chargemasters — the official price lists each hospital must publish under federal law. Gross charge is the undiscounted list price; cash price is the self-pay rate; negotiated range covers the spread across insurance contracts.
- Cash price — the self-pay rate you can actually negotiate and pay
- Negotiated rate — if reported by the hospital across insurance contracts
- Gross charge — fallback only; this is the inflated list price few people pay
This reflects the real prices patients encounter — not inflated chargemaster rates.
| # | Facility | City | Your Price | vs Median | Gross Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital | Brockton, MA | $2,017 | -$11,983 | $1,420–$23,090 |
| #2 | Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Plymouth | Plymouth, MA | $3,294 | -$10,706 | $3,294 |
| #3 | Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton Inc | Milton, MA | $4,287 | -$9,713 | $4,287 |
| #4 | Anna Jaques Hospital | Newburyport, MA | $8,854 | -$5,146 | $8,854–$15,353 |
| #5 | South Shore Hospital | South Weymouth, MA | $11,124 | -$2,876 | $1,445–$14,839 |
| #6 | MetroWest Medical Center - Framingham | Framingham, MA | $11,777 | -$2,223 | $11,777–$15,769 |
| #7 | MetroWest Medical Center - Natick | Natick, MA | $11,777 | -$2,223 | $11,777–$15,769 |
| #8 | Exeter Hospital Inc | Exeter, MA | $13,708 | -$292 | $13,708 |
| #9 | Winchester Hospital | Winchester, MA | $13,737 | -$263 | $13,737 |
| #10 | FRISBIE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | Rochester, MA | $14,000 | +$0 | $14,000–$28,614 |
| #11 | PORTSMOUTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL | Portsmouth, MA | $14,000 | +$0 | $14,000–$33,630 |
| #12 | SEABROOK EMERGENCY | Seabrook, MA | $14,000 | +$0 | $14,000–$33,630 |
| #13 | DOVER EMERGENCY ROOM | Dover, MA | $14,000 | +$0 | $14,000–$33,630 |
| #14 | PLAISTOW FSER | Plaistow, MA | $14,000 | +$0 | $14,000–$28,614 |
| #15 | PARKLAND MEDICAL CENTER | Derry, MA | $14,000 | +$0 | $14,000–$28,614 |
| #16 | Beverly Hospital Corporation | Beverly, MA | $14,693 | +$693 | $14,693–$15,386 |
| #17 | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Boston, MA | $15,386 | +$1,386 | $15,386 |
| #18 | Mount Auburn Hospital | Cambridge, MA | $15,386 | +$1,386 | $15,386 |
| #19 | Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington | Burlington, MA | $15,386 | +$1,386 | $15,386 |
| #20 | New England Baptist Hospital | Boston, MA | $16,792 | +$2,792 | $16,792 |
| #21 | Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham | Needham, MA | $17,100 | +$3,100 | $17,100–$19,606 |
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Where you can save the most on hip replacement in Boston, MA
These facilities have the lowest declared prices relative to the state median — they represent the best opportunities to reduce your out-of-pocket cost for this procedure.
| Facility | City | Your Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital | Brockton, MA | $2,017 | -$11,983 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Plymouth | Plymouth, MA | $3,294 | -$10,706 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton Inc | Milton, MA | $4,287 | -$9,713 |
| Anna Jaques Hospital | Newburyport, MA | $8,854 | -$5,146 |
| South Shore Hospital | South Weymouth, MA | $11,124 | -$2,876 |
How to choose a lower-cost facility
- Choose independent outpatient centers when possible — freestanding ASCs (ambulatory surgical centers) consistently charge less than hospital outpatient departments for identical procedures.
- Ask for the cash price if your deductible isn't met — self-pay rates are often lower than what insurance pays before your deductible is satisfied, especially at facilities that have a high cash-price discount.
- Avoid hospital outpatient departments for routine cases — hospital-owned locations add a facility fee that freestanding centers don't charge, often adding $500–$1,500 to the same procedure.
Most expensive hip replacement providers in Boston, MA
These facilities report the highest prices for this procedure. Academic medical centers and specialty hospitals often top this list — their gross charges rarely reflect what anyone actually pays, but understanding the spread helps you negotiate.
| Facility | City | Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham | Needham, MA | $17,100 | +$3,100 |
| New England Baptist Hospital | Boston, MA | $16,792 | +$2,792 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Boston, MA | $15,386 | +$1,386 |
| Mount Auburn Hospital | Cambridge, MA | $15,386 | +$1,386 |
| Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington | Burlington, MA | $15,386 | +$1,386 |
Why prices vary this much
Of the Boston, MA facilities reporting prices, 7 fall in a low-cost tier (up to $11,777) while 6 sit in a high-cost tier ($14,693 and up) — a lower-priced option almost always exists within the same state.
The spread comes from how each hospital sets its chargemaster (the undiscounted list price), what cash discounts it applies, and what rates it negotiates with each insurer. Facility classification matters too — a hospital-owned outpatient center adds a facility fee that a freestanding clinic does not. Understanding these mechanics is the first step to paying less.
Learn more:
→ Allowed amount vs negotiated rate — what your EOB is really saying
→ How to read your medical bill
→ Why hospital prices are so hard to find — and what to do about it
How insurance changes what you actually pay
Hospital list prices are only part of the picture. What you pay out of pocket depends on your deductible, your plan's out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility is in-network, and whether your plan classifies the visit as outpatient or inpatient. A lower gross charge doesn't guarantee a lower bill if the facility is out-of-network or adds facility fees your plan doesn't cover.
Understand your cost before you go:
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Frequently asked questions: hip replacement costs in Boston, MA
How much does a hip replacement cost in Boston, MA?
Across 21 Boston, MA hospitals that publish prices, a hip replacement ranges from $2,017 to $17,100, with a median of $14,000. Most facilities fall between $11,777 and $14,000. What you pay depends on the facility, your insurance, and whether you have met your deductible.
Where is the cheapest place to get a hip replacement in Boston, MA?
Based on declared prices, the lowest-cost facility in our Boston, MA data is Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital in Brockton at about $2,017. By metro, Boston has the lowest median ($16,089). Freestanding ambulatory surgery and imaging centers are often cheaper still and may not appear in hospital price data — ask your doctor whether one is an option.
Why is a hip replacement so much cheaper at some Boston, MA hospitals?
Prices vary up to 8.5× because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In Boston, MA, the median cash (self-pay) price is $14,000 versus a median negotiated rate of $14,000 — about 1× higher. Asking for the cash price or your insurer's negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on what you pay.
How much will I actually pay out of pocket for a hip replacement in Boston, MA?
Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximum, and whether the facility is in-network — not just the sticker price. If you have not met your deductible, you will typically pay the negotiated rate in full until you do. Use the CostKits cost forecaster to estimate your specific out-of-pocket amount before you go.
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What's Actually on Your Hip Replacement Bill
A hip replacement involves multiple providers — each bills separately. Understanding each line item helps you verify your Explanation of Benefits and catch billing errors.
Hospital Inpatient
- Drg Facility Stay — DRG 470 (major joint replacement without MCC) is most common.
- Orthopedic Surgeon Professional Fee
- Anesthesia
- Implant Device Cost — Hip implant adds $5,000–$15,000+ depending on manufacturer and implant type. Often the largest single cost variable.
- Physical Therapy Inpatient — Embedded in DRG — not a separate charge during the hospital stay.
Hip Replacement Cost by Type
Which type your doctor orders changes the billing code — and what you pay. Here's how the common types differ.
Total Hip Replacement
A recognized variation that can change the billing code and what you owe. Most common. Replaces both ball and socket.
Partial Hip Replacement (Hemiarthroplasty)
A recognized variation that can change the billing code and what you owe. Used primarily for femoral neck fractures. Replaces only the ball.
Hip Revision Surgery
A recognized variation that can change the billing code and what you owe. Replacement of a failed implant. Significantly more complex and expensive.
This Procedure Is Shoppable — Choosing the Right Facility Can Save Thousands
Hip Replacement is elective and schedulable. You have time to compare facilities — and hospital outpatient prices often run 2–4× higher than alternative settings for identical clinical outcomes.
How to shop: Ask your doctor for the CPT code, then call 2–3 facilities and request an out-of-pocket cost estimate. Confirm your insurance is accepted. If uninsured, ask for the cash-pay rate — it's usually 20–50% below the list price.
Prior Authorization Is Usually Required
Most commercial and Medicare Advantage plans require pre-approval for hip replacement before scheduling. If your doctor submits the order without prior authorization — or if the authorization lapses — your insurer can deny the entire claim, leaving you responsible for the full cost.
Action step: Call the member services number on your insurance card before scheduling. Ask: "Does this procedure require prior authorization?" Get the authorization number in writing and confirm it's attached to the claim before your appointment.
The Implant Is the Largest Cost Driver
For hip replacement, the implant or device typically accounts for 40–70% of the total hospital bill. Surgeons have preferred device relationships that affect which implant is used — and different implants can vary by $5,000–$15,000 in cost.
What to ask: Request an itemized estimate that breaks out the implant separately. Ask your surgeon whether a comparable implant is available at a lower cost.
Who performs this: Hip Replacement is typically performed by a Orthopedic Surgery. The specialist's professional fee is billed separately from the facility charge — you will likely receive separate bills from each.
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About the Author
John Caruso, FSA, MAAA
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