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Podiatry Visit vs Total Knee Replacement

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Podiatry Visit: $120 total · Medicare pays $96 · Patient pays $24

Total Knee Replacement: $35,000 total · Medicare pays $28,000 · Patient pays $7,000

Cost Comparison

MetricPodiatry VisitTotal Knee Replacement
Total Average Cost$120$35,000
Medicare Pays$96$28,000
Patient Pays$24$7,000
Categoryphysicianhospital

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Podiatry Visit and Total Knee Replacement?
Total Knee Replacement costs $35,000 on average, while Podiatry Visit costs $120 — a difference of $34,880.
How much does Medicare pay for Podiatry Visit vs Total Knee Replacement?
Medicare typically pays $96 for Podiatry Visit (patient owes $24). For Total Knee Replacement, Medicare pays $28,000 (patient owes $7,000).
What is Podiatry Visit?
Foot care visit for Medicare-eligible conditions.
What is Total Knee Replacement?
Surgical replacement of the knee joint with an artificial implant to relieve pain and restore function.