Total knee replacement in Auburn-Opelika, AL — inpatient
In Auburn-Opelika, AL, 1 hospital lists a cash price for Total knee replacement as an inpatient: from $13,008.60 to $13,008.60, with a median of $13,008.60.
Cash prices at 1 facility for code 27447, as an inpatient (admitted to hospital) . Collected Sep 22, 2026; the hospital files themselves were last updated between Jan 1, 2026 and Jan 1, 2026.
Hospitals, cheapest first
| Hospital | Cash price | List price | Off list | File date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Alabama Medical Center Opelika, AL 27447 Arthroplasty/knee/med & lat comp | $13,008.60 | $23,652.00 | 45% | Jan 1, 2026 source file |
Inpatient: lowest $13,008.60, median $13,008.60, highest $13,008.60.
As an outpatient, the same code is billed by 1 facility here, median $13,008.60 — that is the price to compare if you are not being admitted.
What it is
A total knee replacement removes worn cartilage and bone from the knee and replaces the joint surfaces with metal and plastic parts. It is most often done for severe knee arthritis that limits walking and daily life.
What the price covers
The hospital price usually covers the operating room, implants and hospital stay. The surgeon, anesthesiologist and outpatient physical therapy are often billed separately unless the price is a bundled package.