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Cultured cartilage cell implant (MACI) cost in Minnesota
Compare cash prices for cultured cartilage cell implant (maci) at hospitals, clinics and other providers.
Typical cash price
In Minnesota
From 25 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.
Nationwide typical: $68,028 (most listed prices $30,421–$157,729).
Cheapest in Minnesota
- $20,992
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: GRFT BN FEM CNDYL LAT LT
Source: Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester price file · checked Oct 2026 - $37,002
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: Fairview Bethesda Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $37,002
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: HealthEast St. John's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $37,002
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: HealthEast Woodwinds Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $37,002
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $37,002
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $37,002
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical CenterCultured cartilage cell implant (MACI)Facility fee only$37,002
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $39,216
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: HC OR IMP AUTOLOGOUS CULTURE CHNDROCYTES(CARTICEL)OPNP
Source: M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $86,979
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: AUTOLOGOUS CULTURED CHONDROCYTES; IMPLANT
- $88,654
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: ALLO CARTICEL IMPLT GENZ*NLU*
Source: Ortonville Area Health Services price file · checked Oct 2026 - $106,770
Doctor fees are billed separately. As listed: GRAFT CARTILAGE MEMBRANE COLLAGEN STERILE MACI 3X5CM
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Albert Lea price file · checked Oct 2026
Common questions
Do I need a referral?
It depends on the service and the provider. Many clinics see self-pay patients directly; call ahead to check.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.