Total hip replacement shares the same billing structure as knee replacement, with the same dramatic price variation across hospitals. Facility fees in Tampa range from $8,000 to $40,000. The implant, the surgeon, and the anesthesiologist all affect your total cost.
Anterior vs. posterior approach changes recovery, not billing
The surgical approach your orthopedic surgeon uses (anterior, posterior, or lateral) is a clinical decision and does not directly change the CPT code or facility fee.
The implant your surgeon uses does affect cost. Ceramic and metal-on-metal implants vary in price. Ask your surgeon which implant they plan to use and whether a comparable lower-cost option achieves the same outcome for your situation.
All the same providers bill separately
Facility fee, surgeon fee, anesthesiologist fee, surgical assistant fee. The same billing structure as knee replacement.
For hip replacement specifically, verify your anesthesiologist before the procedure. Regional anesthesia (spinal or epidural) is increasingly common for hip replacement and is typically performed by the same anesthesiologist, who again bills separately.
Physical therapy starts in the hospital
You will likely work with a physical therapist on the day of surgery or the morning after. Hospital-based PT during your stay is billed separately at some facilities.
Post-discharge PT is billed by your outpatient PT provider, separately from everything hospital-related. Confirm your PT is in-network before you start outpatient rehabilitation.