Knee Replacement Cost in Singapore (2026): Typical Hospital Bills
Typical (median) total bill for knee replacement (MOH procedure code SB810K) for Singapore citizens, from actual hospital bills. Reference price: Public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward A).
≈ $5,587 – $33,742Total knee replacement (total knee arthroplasty) removes the damaged surfaces of the knee joint and replaces them with metal and plastic implant parts.
Knee Replacement price in Singapore: typical bill by hospital and ward
Singapore's Ministry of Health publishes what patients were actually billed for common operations. Bills in subsidised public wards (B2 and C) are after government subsidy; unsubsidised wards (A and B1) and private hospitals show the full price.
| Hospital and ward | Typical bill | Usual range (25th–75th) | Implant | In USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public hospital, subsidised (Ward C) | SGD 7,143 | SGD 5,948 – SGD 9,565 | SGD 3,020 | $5,587 |
| Public hospital, subsidised (Ward B2) | SGD 7,395 | SGD 6,000 – SGD 9,876 | SGD 3,020 | $5,784 |
| Public hospital, subsidised (day surgery) | SGD 10,480 | SGD 6,113 – SGD 11,136 | SGD 3,607 | $8,197 |
| Public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward B1) | SGD 23,005 | SGD 21,428 – SGD 25,241 | SGD 4,644 | $17,994 |
| Public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward A) | SGD 25,995 | SGD 23,390 – SGD 28,674 | SGD 4,928 | $20,333 |
| Public hospital, unsubsidised (day surgery) | SGD 22,699 | SGD 22,670 – SGD 26,586 | SGD 3,969 | $17,755 |
| Private hospital (inpatient) | SGD 43,138 | SGD 36,895 – SGD 48,590 | SGD 7,020 | $33,742 |
Median bills for Singapore citizens, including GST, before MediShield Life, Integrated Shield plans and MediSave. Bills are from 2023, the latest year published. Foreigners pay unsubsidised rates.
Who pays this price in Singapore
Patients pay these bills, but most Singapore citizens use MediShield Life, MediSave and private Integrated Shield plans to cover much of the cost. Subsidised ward bills already include government subsidies for citizens; foreigners pay unsubsidised or private rates.
Knee Replacement cost in other countries
Reference prices converted to US dollars. Each country publishes a different kind of price (government package rate, insurer payment, national hospital price or actual bills), so treat the comparison as a guide.
| Country | Price type | Reference (local) | Reference in USD | vs Singapore | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Typical total bill: public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward A) | SGD 25,995 | $20,333 | ||
| India | CGHS Tier I NABH package + NPPA implant ceiling price | ₹2,19,389 | $2,311 | -89% | Compare |
| United States | Medicare hospital outpatient average | $14,275 | $14,275 | -30% | Compare |
| United Kingdom | NHS national unit price (fewest other health problems) | £7,396 | $9,887 | -51% | Compare |
| Australia | National efficient price, public hospital (minor complexity) | A$23,619 | $16,586 | -18% | Compare |
About knee replacement
Surgeons usually recommend a knee replacement when severe arthritis or injury causes pain and stiffness that no longer respond to other treatment. The operation typically takes one to two hours. Depending on the country and hospital, patients stay between zero nights (same-day surgery) and several days, followed by weeks of physiotherapy. The total bill is driven by the implant, the hospital stay, the surgeon and anaesthetist fees, and rehabilitation.
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Sources
- Ministry of Health, Singapore. Hospital bill amounts by procedure (TOSP), Singapore citizens, 2023 bills. www.moh.gov.sg/managing-expenses/bills-and-fee-benchmarks/hospital-bil. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- European Central Bank. Euro foreign exchange reference rates (2026-10-23). www.ecb.europa.eu/stats/eurofxref/eurofxref-daily.xml. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
Important: These are published reference prices and estimates, not a quote, and not medical advice. Actual costs depend on the hospital, your health, the exact treatment and your insurance. Always confirm the price with the provider before treatment. Read our disclaimer · Report an error
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