Here is a list of procedures & interventions with average cost common in the United States:
- MRI: $2,600
- Anterior Neck Fusion: $44,000
- Decompression surgery: $24,000
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion: $34,500
- Torn Meniscus: $5,000
- TKA: $31,000
- THA: $30,000
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery: $26,000
Surgical & Therapy Fun Facts:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield performed a study that shows 17% increase in knee replacements & 33% in hip replacement from 2010-2017. Not only becoming more common but also a decrease in average client age in occurrence. Is the healthcare system cutting to quickly?
- Low back surgeries have shown to be equal to or LESS effective as physical therapy. Low back MRIs lead to significantly higher likelihood of surgical intervention but MRI abnormalities does not always equate client pain (see MRI’s, X-ray’s & CT Scans OH MY post).
- Average PT clinic bills insurance $250 per session until deductible is met, meaning out of pocket cost is $250 until deductible is met. Cash based therapy = more bang for you buck. No surprise rates, same fee every treatment. Overall less expensive, less sessions/weeks required, and more 1-on-1 time with your therapist. All 50 states are direct access, meaning no physician order is needed to see PT.
