How much does Joint Injection cost?
54 hospitals publish prices for this procedure. Here's what we found.
How much this varies
54 hospitals across 2 states publish prices for this procedure. Because costs, quality, and insurance networks vary by market, pick your state below to see what hospitals in your area charge.
Pain management injection prices vary because the same procedure is billed very differently depending on where it's performed. An epidural steroid injection done in a hospital outpatient department carries a facility fee that can double or triple the cost compared to the same injection performed in a physician's office or ambulatory surgery center. These are also repeat procedures — chronic pain patients may need injections every three to six months — so per-procedure cost compounds over time. Insurance typically covers a limited number of injections per year, and prior authorization requirements vary by plan. Before you schedule, ask whether the injection can be performed in an office setting instead of a hospital, whether imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) is included in the quoted price, and how many injections your insurance authorizes per year.
Pricing by state
Prices vary by state. Select your state to see hospitals near you.
Where do you need this done?
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Don't see your area? We're expanding to new cities. In the meantime, these prices can still help — call your hospital's billing department and ask: "What is your cash price for joint injection?" Then compare it to the range above.
Common questions
How much does joint injection cost?
Prices vary significantly by state. Pick your state below to see the range in your market. Across the 2 states we cover, 54 hospitals publish prices for this procedure. Prices also vary by insurance plan and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Which hospital is cheapest for joint injection?
The cheapest hospital depends on where you live. Prices vary significantly between markets, and most patients can't realistically travel across states for a procedure. Select your state and city above to see the lowest-priced hospitals near you.
Why do hospitals charge different prices for the same joint injection?
Hospital prices vary based on ownership type, location, negotiated insurance rates, and facility overhead. The CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule requires every hospital to publish all prices, making these differences visible for the first time.
Data compiled by HospitalCost from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026.