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Procedure | Price Range | |
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Hip Resurfacing Surgery Cost Average | $13,100 - $35,900 | Free Quote |
Hip Replacement Surgery (Total) Cost Average | $12,500 - $34,400 | Free Quote |
Facility | City | Type |
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SSM Depaul Health Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint John's Mercy Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
Sunset Hills Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
West County Surgical Center | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Mid- America Surgery Center | Chesterfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Washington Surgery Center | Washington | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Riverbend Orthopedics | Alton | Ortho Surgery Center |
Twin Cities Surgery Center | Festus | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
St. Louis Surgical Center | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
City Place Surgery Center | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Memorial Hospital | Belleville | Acute Care Hospital |
Christian Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Old Tesson Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Barnes-jewish West County Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Greenville Regional Hospital | Greenville | Acute Care Hospital |
Timberlake Surgery Center | Chesterfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Des Peres Square Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ortho Surgery Center |
Jersey Community Hospital | Jerseyville | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint John's Mercy Medical Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Anderson Hospital | Maryville | Acute Care Hospital |
Jefferson Memorial Surgery Center | Festus | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
South County Surgical Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Webster Ambulatory Surgery Center | Webster Groves | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
SSM Saint Mary's Health Center | Richmond Heights | Acute Care Hospital |
Bel Clair Surgical Center | Belleville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Missouri Baptist Medical Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Des Peres Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Highland Ambulatory Surgical Center | Highland | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Manchester Surgery Center | Des Peres | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Joseph's Hospital | Breese | Acute Care Hospital |
Kenneth Hall Regional Hospital | East Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Tri-county Surgery Center | Washington | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Riverside Ambulatory Surgery Center | Florissant | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Touchette Regional Hospital | Centreville | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Joseph's Hospital | Highland | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Edwardsville Ambulatory Surgery Center | Glen Carbon | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
The Surgery Center at St. Joseph Medical Park | Saint Charles | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
SSM Saint Joseph Hospital West | Lake Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Gateway Regional Medical Center | Granite City | Acute Care Hospital |
Advanced Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
The Surgical Center of St. Louis | Bridgeton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Louis University Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Chesterfield Surgery Center | Chesterfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Mason Ridge Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Advanced Ambulatory Surgical Care | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
SSM Saint Joseph Health Center - Wentzville | Wentzville | Acute Care Hospital |
Washington County Memorial Hospital | Potosi | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Barnes-jewish Saint Peters Hospital | Saint Peters | Acute Care Hospital |
Alton Surgical Facility | Alton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
St Peters Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Peters | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Carlinville Area Hospital | Carlinville | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Missouri Bone and Joint Center | Saint Louis | Ortho Surgery Center |
Jefferson Memorial Hospital | Crystal City | Acute Care Hospital |
Olive Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Parkcrest Orthopedics | Sullivan | Ortho Surgery Center |
Northwest Healthcare | Florissant | Acute Care Hospital |
Mid Rivers Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Peters | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Ssm Saint Joseph Health Center | Saint Charles | Acute Care Hospital |
Lincoln County Medical Center | Troy | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Saint Anthony's Hospital | Alton | Acute Care Hospital |
Barnes-jewish Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Frontenac Surgery and Spine Care Center | Frontenac | Ortho Surgery Center |
Cardinal Glennon Pediatric Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Belleville Surgical Center | Belleville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
South County Outpatient Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Missouri Baptist Hospital - Sullivan | Sullivan | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Anthony's Medical Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Community Memorial Hospital | Staunton | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Progress West Hospital | O Fallon | Ortho Surgery Center |
Mid County Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Forest Park Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Alton Memorial Hospital | Alton | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Luke's Hospital | Chesterfield | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Alexius Hospital - Jefferson Campus | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Elizabeth's Hospital | Belleville | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Alexius Hospital - Broadway Campus | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
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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