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Hyaluronic Acid Injections in Chicago, IL

Find hyaluronic acid injections providers and Medicare coverage information for Chicago area residents.

14% Medicare-eligible population
9.5M metro population
38% Medicare Advantage
Joint Regeneration Institute clinics available in this area

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About Hyaluronic Acid Injections

Evidence-based guide to hyaluronic acid (HA) injections — also known as hyaluronate injections — for knee osteoarthritis. Brands, effectiveness, Medicare coverage, and what to expect.

Evidence Level

Moderate Evidence

Estimated Cost

$300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)

Medicare Coverage

Typically Covered

Treatment Type

hyaluronic-acid

Conditions Treated with Hyaluronic Acid Injections

Degenerative Joint Disease Frozen Shoulder Hip Arthritis Knee Osteoarthritis Meniscus Injuries Shoulder Osteoarthritis

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Joint Regeneration Institute offers hyaluronic acid injections at our Chicago area clinics.

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Insurance Coverage for Hyaluronic Acid Injections

Coverage details may vary by plan and location. Verify with your insurance provider.

Insurance Plan Covered? Prior Auth Est. Cost Requirements
aetna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
aetna Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Knee OA diagnosis with imaging
  • • Failed conservative care for 3 months
  • +1 more
aetna Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
  • • Prior authorization required
  • +2 more
aetna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
aetna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
aetna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Aetna Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis confirmed by imaging
  • • Failed conservative treatment (NSAIDs, physical therapy)
  • +2 more
Anthem Blue Cross Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Anthem Blue Cross Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
bcbs Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Anthem Blue Cross Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee OA
  • • Prior authorization required
  • +2 more
Anthem Blue Cross Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Anthem Blue Cross Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
bcbs Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
bcbs Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
bcbs Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
bcbs Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
bcbs Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
bcbs Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
  • • Failed 3 months conservative treatment
  • +1 more
cigna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
cigna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
cigna Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Knee OA diagnosis
  • • Failed 3 months conservative treatment
  • +1 more
cigna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
cigna Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
  • • Prior authorization required
  • +2 more
cigna Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Cigna Healthcare Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Medical diagnosis of osteoarthritis with imaging confirmation
  • • Documentation of failed conservative therapy for at least 3 months
  • +3 more
humana Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
humana Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
humana Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Documented knee OA diagnosis
  • • Failed conservative treatment
  • +1 more
humana Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
  • • Prior authorization may be required
  • +2 more
humana Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
humana Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Humana Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Documented knee osteoarthritis diagnosis
  • • Failed conservative treatment (PT, oral medications)
  • +2 more
Kaiser Permanente Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Kaiser Permanente Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
private Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Documented knee osteoarthritis diagnosis
  • • Failed at least 2 cortisone injection trials
  • +3 more
Kaiser Permanente Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee OA
  • • PCP referral
  • +2 more
Kaiser Permanente Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Kaiser Permanente Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicaid Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicaid Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicaid Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Active Medicaid enrollment
  • • Documented knee OA
  • +2 more
medicaid Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Coverage varies by state
  • • Prior authorization often required
  • +1 more
medicaid Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicaid Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicare-advantage Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Plan must cover viscosupplementation (most do)
  • • May require in-network provider
  • +1 more
medicare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis (ICD-10 M17.x)
  • • X-ray evidence of joint degeneration
  • +2 more
medicare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
  • • Failed conservative treatment (documented)
  • +1 more
medicare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
medicare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
  • • Documentation of failed conservative treatment
  • +2 more
guide Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
TRICARE / VA Healthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
guide Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
TRICARE / VA Healthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
other Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Documented knee osteoarthritis diagnosis (ICD-10 M17.x)
  • • X-ray evidence of joint degeneration
  • +3 more
TRICARE / VA Healthcare Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • TRICARE enrollment or VA eligibility
  • • Documented knee OA
  • +2 more
TRICARE / VA Healthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
TRICARE / VA Healthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
unitedhealthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
unitedhealthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
unitedhealthcare Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Documented knee OA diagnosis
  • • Failed 3 months non-operative treatment
  • +1 more
unitedhealthcare Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
  • • Prior authorization required
  • +2 more
unitedhealthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
UnitedHealthcare Required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance)
  • • Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis confirmed by imaging
  • • Failed conservative treatment (physical therapy, oral medications)
  • +2 more
unitedhealthcare Not required $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) Standard coverage
Typically covered
Not covered / experimental
Prior authorization required

Coverage information is provided as a general guide and may vary by specific plan, location, and medical necessity. Always verify coverage directly with your insurance provider before scheduling treatment. Cost estimates assume standard Medicare rates and typical copay structures.

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