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Knee ligament reconstruction, outside the joint cost in Iowa
Knee ligament reconstruction, outside the joint is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Iowa
From 28 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Iowa.
Nationwide typical: $5,629 (most listed prices $1,013–$20,936).
Cheapest in Iowa
- $254Source: MercyOne Newton Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $631
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Floyd County Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,149
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $1,336
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Iowa Specialty Hospital Belmond price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,336
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Iowa Specialty Hospital Clarion price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,359
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Shenandoah Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,460
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Waverly Health Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,628
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Decatur County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,741Source: Buena Vista Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $1,752Source: UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $1,752Source: UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical CenterKnee ligament reconstruction, outside the jointDoctor fee only$1,752Source: UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Cent price fil · checked Oct 2026
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Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
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.