Joint injection
CPT 20610 • Orthopedics
North Carolina price range
Lowest
$18
Average
$303
Highest
$15,000
Based on 2,795 negotiated rates from NC hospitals.
About this procedure
An injection into a major joint (knee, shoulder, hip) — usually a steroid for inflammation or hyaluronic acid for arthritis.
What to expect
The doctor cleans the area, may use a local numbing agent, then injects directly into the joint with a thin needle. The injection itself takes seconds; the visit is about 15 minutes. Expect possible soreness for 1-2 days; relief from steroids typically kicks in within a week and lasts weeks to months.
Top hospitals in NC
| Hospital | Rates | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IREDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INCORPORATED STATESVILLE, NC | 2 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| BRYNN MARR HOSPITAL INC JACKSONVILLE, NC | 2 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, LLC BOLIVIA, NC | 2 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER CAMP LEJEUNE CAMP LEJEUNE, NC | 1 | $18 | $18 | $18 |
| DOMINION DIAGNOSTICS LLC GREENSBORO, NC | 1 | $21 | $21 | $21 |