Joint injection
CPT 20610 • Orthopedics
North Carolina price range
Lowest
$18
Average
$152
Highest
$10,924
Based on 495 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 DAVIS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL STATESVILLE, NC | 3 | $30 | $37 | $42 |
| EAST CAROLINA HEALTH-BERTIE WINDSOR, NC | 3 | $35 | $39 | $42 |
| CARTERET COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL CORPORATION MOREHEAD CITY, NC | 3 | $39 | $41 | $44 |
| DLP HARRIS REGIONAL HOSPITAL LLC SYLVA, NC | 3 | $40 | $41 | $44 |
| CENTRAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL SANFORD, NC | 3 | $40 | $42 | $44 |