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Meniscus Surgery Cost in New Jersey (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Meniscus Surgery costs $4,760 on average without insurance in New Jersey, based on actual CMS data from 13 hospitals. Prices range from $2,375 to $38,952 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

13 hospitals in New Jersey report pricing for meniscus surgery. The average cash price is $4,760.

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Hospitals

in New Jersey

Average List Price

$12,915

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$4,760

63% below list price

Price Range

$2,375 – $38,952

16.4x spread

Hospital Prices in New Jersey

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC Voluntary non-profit - Church	PATERSON	$2,375	$2,375	$288 – $5,510	0.1/10
CAPE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE	$5,300	$3,546-33%	$3,546 – $5,851	0.1/10
SAINT CLARE'S HOSPITAL/ DENVILLE CAMPUS Proprietary	DENVILLE	$38,952	$4,894-87%	$3,012 – $31,162	0.1/10
ST MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL Proprietary	PASSAIC	$9,928	$4,967-50%	$1,715 – $8,101	0.1/10
COOPER UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CAMDEN	$8,019	$8,019	$2,226 – $7,537	0.1/10
JEFFERSON STRATFORD HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	STRATFORD	N/A	N/A	$329 – $8,312	0.1/10
BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	PARAMUS	N/A	N/A	$861 – $6,190	0.1/10
HUNTERDON MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	FLEMINGTON	N/A	N/A	$541 – $13,235	0.1/10
VALLEY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PARAMUS	N/A	N/A	$3,725 – $16,128	0.1/10
CAREWELL HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	EAST ORANGE	N/A	N/A	$335 – $8,245	0.1/10
INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER MULLICA HILL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ELMER	N/A	N/A	$643 – $10,777	0.1/10
ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	ENGLEWOOD	N/A	N/A	$460 – $7,437	0.1/10
INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER VINELAND Voluntary non-profit - Private	VINELAND	N/A	N/A	$643 – $10,777	0.1/10

ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC

PATERSON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$2,375

Cash Price

$2,375

Negotiated Range

$288 – $5,510

CAPE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,300

Cash Price

$3,546-33%

Negotiated Range

$3,546 – $5,851

SAINT CLARE'S HOSPITAL/ DENVILLE CAMPUS

DENVILLE, NJ · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$38,952

Cash Price

$4,894-87%

Negotiated Range

$3,012 – $31,162

ST MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL

PASSAIC, NJ · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$9,928

Cash Price

$4,967-50%

Negotiated Range

$1,715 – $8,101

COOPER UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

CAMDEN, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$8,019

Cash Price

$8,019

Negotiated Range

$2,226 – $7,537

JEFFERSON STRATFORD HOSPITAL

STRATFORD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$329 – $8,312

BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

PARAMUS, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$861 – $6,190

HUNTERDON MEDICAL CENTER

FLEMINGTON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$541 – $13,235

VALLEY HOSPITAL

PARAMUS, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,725 – $16,128

CAREWELL HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

EAST ORANGE, NJ · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$335 – $8,245

INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER MULLICA HILL

ELMER, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$643 – $10,777

ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER

ENGLEWOOD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$460 – $7,437

INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER VINELAND

VINELAND, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$643 – $10,777

Meniscus Surgery Cost in Other States

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What Affects Meniscus Surgery Cost in New Jersey

Hospital charges for meniscus surgery in New Jersey vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

For meniscus surgery in New Jersey, the choice of facility can mean thousands of dollars in price difference. Teaching hospitals and major health systems typically maintain higher chargemaster rates, while community hospitals and outpatient centers may offer competitive self-pay pricing.

Based on data from 13 hospitals in New Jersey, meniscus surgery prices range from $2,375 to $38,952 — a 16.4x 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 New Jersey

The setting where meniscus surgery is performed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey

If you're paying out of pocket for meniscus surgery in New Jersey, you may be able to negotiate a rate lower than the hospital's published list price. Federal law requires hospitals to post cash-pay rates, making it easier to compare options before scheduling.

In New Jersey, the average cash price for meniscus surgery is $4,760, which is 63% lower than the average list price of $12,915. 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 New Jersey

How much does Meniscus Surgery cost in New Jersey?▼

The average cash price for meniscus surgery in New Jersey is $4,760. Prices range from $2,375 to $38,952 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Meniscus Surgery prices vary so much in New Jersey?▼

Hospital prices for meniscus surgery in New Jersey 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 New Jersey, the average cash price for meniscus surgery is $4,760, which is 63% below the average list price of $12,915. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Meniscus Surgery in New Jersey?▼

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in New Jersey 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.