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Meniscus Surgery Cost in Michigan (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

The average meniscus surgery cost in Michigan is $6,623 without insurance across 76 reporting hospitals. Published list prices in Michigan range from $22 to $49,607. For example, among hospitals in our comparison table, ASPIRUS IRONWOOD HOSPITAL (IRONWOOD) lists about $14 while HURLEY MEDICAL CENTER (FLINT) lists about $36,506. Ambulatory surgery centers in Michigan often publish lower cash rates than hospital outpatient departments for the same CPT code when clinically appropriate.

Meniscus Surgery costs $6,623 on average without insurance in Michigan, based on actual CMS data from 76 hospitals. Prices range from $22 to $49,607 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

76 hospitals in Michigan report pricing for meniscus surgery. The average cash price is $6,623.

Hospitals

76

in Michigan

Average List Price

$8,874

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$6,623

25% below list price

Price Range

$22 – $49,607

2254.8x spread

Hospital Prices in Michigan

Sorted by lowest cash price
ASPIRUS IRONWOOD HOSPITAL

IRONWOOD, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

COVENANT MEDICAL CENTER

SAGINAW, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,509

Cash Price

$755-50%

Negotiated Range

$442$1,223

SPARROW CLINTON HOSPITAL

SAINT JOHNS, MI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$1,542

Cash Price

$771-50%

Negotiated Range

$1,233$1,233

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH-SPARROW CARSON

CARSON CITY, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$1,542

Cash Price

$771-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

SPARROW IONIA HOSPITAL

IONIA, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,542

Cash Price

$771-50%

Negotiated Range

$1,233$1,233

EDWARD W SPARROW HOSPITAL

LANSING, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$1,542

Cash Price

$771-50%

Negotiated Range

$1,233$1,233

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH - SPARROW EATON

CHARLOTTE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$1,542

Cash Price

$771-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE HEALTH

JACKSON, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$2,310

Cash Price

$921-60%

Negotiated Range

$352$20,729

MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE

OWOSSO, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$1,388

Cash Price

$1,110-20%

Negotiated Range

$3,260$6,065

HARBOR BEACH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

HARBOR BEACH, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,448

Cash Price

$1,158-20%

Negotiated Range

$445$1,405

HELEN NEWBERRY JOY HOSPITAL

NEWBERRY, MI · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$1,890

Cash Price

$1,190-37%

Negotiated Range

$229$1,866

MCKENZIE HEALTH SYSTEM

SANDUSKY, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,529

Cash Price

$1,223-20%

Negotiated Range

$810$1,385

DECKERVILLE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

DECKERVILLE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,651

Cash Price

$1,255-24%

Negotiated Range

$990$990

MCLAREN THUMB REGION

BAD AXE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

MCLAREN NORTHERN MICHIGAN

PETOSKEY, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

MCLAREN MACOMB

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

MCLAREN LAPEER REGION

LAPEER, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

MCLAREN BAY REGION

BAY CITY, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

MCLAREN OAKLAND

PONTIAC, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

MCLAREN FLINT

FLINT, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

MCLAREN CARO REGION

CARO, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$1,875-50%

Negotiated Range

$449$1,233

SHERIDAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

SHERIDAN, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,614

Cash Price

$2,091-20%

Negotiated Range

$651$2,353

SCHOOLCRAFT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

MANISTIQUE, MI · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$4,045

Cash Price

$3,236-20%

SURGEONS CHOICE MEDICAL CENTER

SOUTHFIELD, MI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$8,850

Cash Price

$3,701-58%

Negotiated Range

$1,857$4,346

HENRY FORD HEALTH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL

FERNDALE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$4,053

Negotiated Range

$387$16,027

ST JOE MERCY HOSPITAL SYSTEM LIVONIA

LIVONIA, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$46,050

Cash Price

$29,932-35%

Negotiated Range

$75$12,612

TRINITY HEALTH LIVINGSTON HOSPITAL

HOWELL, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$46,483

Cash Price

$30,214-35%

Negotiated Range

$75$12,646

TRINITY HEALTH ANN ARBOR HOSPITAL

ANN ARBOR, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$46,503

Cash Price

$30,227-35%

Negotiated Range

$75$5,211

MERCY HEALTH SAINT MARY'S

GRAND RAPIDS, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$49,607

Cash Price

$32,244-35%

Negotiated Range

$75$12,607

HURLEY MEDICAL CENTER

FLINT, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$36,506

Cash Price

$36,506

Negotiated Range

$4$9,826

HENRY FORD HEALTH HOSPITAL

DETROIT, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,310

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$387$16,027

HENRY FORD HEALTH WEST BLOOMFIELD HOSPITAL

W BLOOMFIELD, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,310

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$387$8,103

WYANDOTTE HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER

WYANDOTTE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,310

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$387$8,033

HENRY FORD MACOMB HOSPITAL

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,310

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$387$7,387

OAKLAWN HOSPITAL

MARSHALL, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$2,377

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$202$2,474

KALKASKA MEMORIAL HEALTH CENTER

KALKASKA, MI · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$4,769

Henry Ford Health Warren Hospital

WARREN, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,260$1,738

HURON VALLEY-SINAI HOSPITAL

COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$93$999,999,999

HARPER UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

DETROIT, MI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$93$999,999,999

DICKINSON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

IRON MOUNTAIN, MI · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,704$7,948

CHARLEVOIX AREA HOSPITAL

CHARLEVOIX, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$4,769

ASCENSION BORGESS LEE HOSPITAL

DOWAGIAC, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$785$1,267

COREWELL HEALTH GERBER HOSPITAL

FREMONT, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,251$3,319

COREWELL HEALTH BIG RAPIDS HOSPITAL

BIG RAPIDS, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,251$5,868

COREWELL HEALTH ZEELAND HOSPITAL

ZEELAND, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,251$5,868

COREWELL HEALTH WAYNE HOSPITAL

WAYNE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,561$4,403

COREWELL HEALTH WATERVLIET HOSPITAL

WATERVLIET, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,296$4,943

COREWELL HEALTH TRENTON HOSPITAL

TRENTON, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,567$4,403

COREWELL HEALTH REED CITY HOSPITAL

REED CITY, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,886$3,319

COREWELL HEALTH PENNOCK HOSPITAL

HASTINGS, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,251$3,319

COREWELL HEALTH LUDINGTON HOSPITAL

LUDINGTON, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,886$5,868

HENRY FORD HEALTH ST JOHN HOSPITAL

DETROIT, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,260$1,930

BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - FARMINGTON HILLS

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$906$4,401

ASCENSION RIVER DISTRICT HOSPITAL

EAST CHINA, MI · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,260$1,738

ASCENSION ST MARY'S HOSPITAL

SAGINAW, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,260$21,075

ASCENSION PROVIDENCE ROCHESTER HOSPITAL

ROCHESTER, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,352$7,888

ASCENSION PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL, SOUTHFIELD AND NOVI

SOUTHFIELD, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$824$18,874

ASCENSION GENESYS HOSPITAL

GRAND BLANC, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$961$8,911

ASCENSION BORGESS ALLEGAN HOSPITAL

ALLEGAN, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$773$1,267

BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - DEARBORN

DEARBORN, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$906$4,401

THREE RIVERS HEALTH

THREE RIVERS, MI · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,822$8,163

STRAITH HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY

SOUTHFIELD, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,705$5,124

SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED HOSPITAL

GREENVILLE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,251$5,868

SPECTRUM HEALTH

GRAND RAPIDS, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,183$5,868

PAUL OLIVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

FRANKFORT, MI · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$4,769

BORGESS MEDICAL CENTER

KALAMAZOO, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,267$18,422

BEAUMONT HOSPITAL, TROY

TROY, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,012$4,401

MUNSON MEDICAL CENTER

TRAVERSE CITY, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$8,740

MUNSON HEALTHCARE OTSEGO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

GAYLORD, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$5,107

MUNSON HEALTHCARE MANISTEE HOSPITAL

MANISTEE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$11,263

MUNSON HEALTHCARE GRAYLING HOSPITAL

GRAYLING, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$11,263

BEAUMONT HOSPITAL ROYAL OAK

ROYAL OAK, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,012$4,401

MUNSON HEALTHCARE CADILLAC HOSPITAL

CADILLAC, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$445$8,740

BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - TAYLOR

TAYLOR, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,576$4,403

LAKELAND HOSPITAL, ST JOSEPH

ST JOSEPH, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,260$4,890

BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - GROSSE POINTE

GROSSE POINTE, MI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017$4,403

Meniscus Surgery Cost by City in Michigan

Meniscus Surgery Cost in Other States

What Affects Meniscus Surgery Cost in Michigan

If you're researching meniscus surgery costs in Michigan, you'll find significant price differences between providers — even those just miles apart.

Surgical costs for meniscus surgery in Michigan are influenced by operating room fees, anesthesia, surgeon fees, and any implants or specialized equipment. Academic medical centers and large health systems often charge more than community hospitals or ambulatory surgery centers.

Based on data from 76 hospitals in Michigan, meniscus surgery prices range from $22 to $49,607 — a 2254.8x difference. This wide variation underscores why comparing prices before scheduling is critical for controlling your out-of-pocket costs.

Hospital vs. Outpatient Center Pricing in Michigan

The setting where meniscus surgery is performed in Michigan significantly impacts total cost. Hospital inpatient stays are the most expensive, followed by hospital outpatient departments, then ambulatory surgery centers.

For patients who are medically appropriate for outpatient surgery, ASCs offer a compelling combination of lower cost and shorter wait times. Many are physician-owned and focus exclusively on surgical care.

Discuss options with your surgeon and, if you're self-pay, ask about pricing at each available setting before scheduling.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Michigan

Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access meniscus surgery at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Michigan offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.

In Michigan, the average cash price for meniscus surgery is $6,623, which is 25% lower than the average list price of $8,874. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

For insured patients, the negotiated rate between your plan and the hospital determines your cost share. If you haven't met your deductible, you may pay more than the cash price. It's worth asking the hospital whether their self-pay rate is lower than what your insurance would charge — some patients save money by not filing a claim.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meniscus Surgery Cost in Michigan

How much does Meniscus Surgery cost in Michigan?
The average cash price for meniscus surgery in Michigan is $6,623. Prices range from $22 to $49,607 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do Meniscus Surgery prices vary so much in Michigan?
Hospital prices for meniscus surgery in Michigan differ based on facility type (hospital vs. independent center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.
Can I get a cheaper Meniscus Surgery by paying cash?
Yes. In Michigan, the average cash price for meniscus surgery is $6,623, which is 25% below the average list price of $8,874. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for Meniscus Surgery in Michigan?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Michigan offers the lowest cash price for meniscus surgery. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.
Does insurance cover Meniscus Surgery?
Most health insurance plans cover meniscus surgery when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Contact your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.

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Data sourced from hospital machine-readable price transparency files as required by 45 CFR Parts 180 and 182. Prices are informational only and may not reflect current rates. Always confirm pricing directly with the hospital before scheduling.