Hip Arthritis × bcbs
Hip Arthritis Treatment Coverage with bcbs
Compare bcbs coverage for 8 treatments commonly used for hip arthritis. Find out what's covered, requirements, and estimated costs.
5 Covered
3 Not Covered
Treatment Options & Coverage
Cortisone Injections
Typically Covered $100-$300 per injection (with insurance copay typically $20-$50)
Requirements: Medical necessity
Bracing and Orthotics
Typically Covered $50-$200 (OTC); $400-$1,500 (custom/unloader)
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Typically Covered
Prior Auth Required
$300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
Requirements: Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis • Failed 3 months conservative treatment +1 more
Joint Supplements
Not Covered $15-$60 per month
Oral Medications
Typically Covered $5-$50 per month (OTC); $30-$200 (prescription)
PRP Injections
Not Covered $500-$2,500 per injection
Physical Therapy
Typically Covered $75-$150 per session (before insurance)
Requirements: In-network provider
Stem Cell Therapy
Not Covered $3,000-$25,000
Coverage Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of bcbs coverage for hip arthritis treatments.
| Treatment | Covered? | Prior Auth | Est. Cost | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortisone Injections | No | $100-$300 per injection (with insurance copay typically $20-$50) | strong | |
| Bracing and Orthotics | No | $50-$200 (OTC); $400-$1,500 (custom/unloader) | moderate | |
| Hyaluronic Acid Injections | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | moderate | |
| Joint Supplements | No | $15-$60 per month | limited | |
| Oral Medications | No | $5-$50 per month (OTC); $30-$200 (prescription) | strong | |
| PRP Injections | No | $500-$2,500 per injection | emerging | |
| Physical Therapy | No | $75-$150 per session (before insurance) | strong | |
| Stem Cell Therapy | No | $3,000-$25,000 | insufficient |
Recommended Approach
Based on bcbs coverage for hip arthritis, we recommend:
- 1 Start with covered conservative options (physical therapy, oral medications)
- 2 If insufficient relief, progress to injection therapies
- 3 Document treatment history for any prior authorization requirements
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Coverage varies by plan. Contact bcbs to confirm your specific benefits.
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