Meniscus Surgery Cost in Vermont (2026)
Last updated: May 2026
Meniscus Surgery costs $3,713 on average without insurance in Vermont, based on actual CMS data from 5 hospitals. Prices range from $1,504 to $24,813 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.
5 hospitals in Vermont report pricing for meniscus surgery. The average cash price is $3,713.
5
in Vermont
$6,518
gross charge
$3,713
43% below list price
$1,504 – $24,813
16.5x spread
Hospital Prices in Vermont
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHEASTERN VERMONT REGIONAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | SAINT JOHNSBURY | $1,504 | $1,128-25% | — | 0.1/10 | |
| BRATTLEBORO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | BRATTLEBORO | $1,671 | $1,170-30% | $575 – $4,357 | 0.1/10 | |
| CENTRAL VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private | BARRE | $1,778 | $1,778 | $638 – $1,762 | 0.1/10 | |
| UNIV. OF VERMONT - FLETCHER ALLEN HEALTH CARE Voluntary non-profit - Other | BURLINGTON | $2,825 | $2,825 | $455 – $3,031 | 0.1/10 | |
| NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC Voluntary non-profit - Other | SAINT ALBANS | $24,813 | $11,662-53% | $3,075 – $21,587 | 0.1/10 |
SAINT JOHNSBURY, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,504
Cash Price
$1,128-25%
BRATTLEBORO, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,671
Cash Price
$1,170-30%
Negotiated Range
$575 – $4,357
BARRE, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,778
Cash Price
$1,778
Negotiated Range
$638 – $1,762
BURLINGTON, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
$2,825
Cash Price
$2,825
Negotiated Range
$455 – $3,031
SAINT ALBANS, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
$24,813
Cash Price
$11,662-53%
Negotiated Range
$3,075 – $21,587
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What Affects Meniscus Surgery Cost in Vermont
The cost of meniscus surgery in Vermont depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.
The total cost of meniscus surgery includes more than the surgeon's fee. Facility charges, anesthesia, pre-operative testing, and post-operative care all contribute. Ambulatory surgery centers, where medically appropriate, can offer significant savings compared to hospital settings.
Based on data from 5 hospitals in Vermont, meniscus surgery prices range from $1,504 to $24,813 — a 16.5x 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 Vermont
Meniscus surgery in Vermont can be performed in different settings depending on clinical complexity: hospital inpatient, hospital outpatient, or ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
ASCs typically offer lower prices because they have lower overhead and specialize in efficient, high-volume outpatient procedures. For eligible patients, ASCs can save 30–60% compared to hospital outpatient departments.
Not all patients are candidates for outpatient surgery. Your surgeon will determine the appropriate setting based on your health history, the procedure's complexity, and anticipated recovery needs.
Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Vermont
Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access meniscus surgery at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Vermont offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.
In Vermont, the average cash price for meniscus surgery is $3,713, which is 43% lower than the average list price of $6,518. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.
Insured patients should check their plan's Summary of Benefits and contact their insurer for a pre-authorization cost estimate. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay or coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Even with insurance, comparing hospitals can help you choose a provider where your plan negotiates the best rates.
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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.