Pain at rest
Your knee hurts even when you sit or lie down, or wakes you up at night.
Knee replacement surgery in Mexico
Walk again without knee pain
All-inclusive knee replacement with Dr. Andrés Acosta, an orthopedic surgeon with more than 3,000 knee replacements. Surgery, hospital, hotel, nursing and therapy in one price, in Monterrey or Piedras Negras.
All-inclusive from $9,900 USD
- Board certified, Mexican Council of Orthopedics
- Trained at Hospital Dexeus, Barcelona
- ROSA® robotic knee surgery
- English and Spanish
Send your X-rays and get a free video consultation with Dr. Acosta
+52 81 2035 0340Cost comparison
Save more than 60% compared with the U.S.
Estimated cost of a total knee replacement for an uninsured patient in the United States, compared with Dr. Acosta's all-inclusive package.
| Service | United States (uninsured) | Mexico with Dr. Acosta |
|---|---|---|
| Surgery + prosthesis | $20,000 – $40,000 | Included |
| Medical fees | $5,000 – $10,000 | Included |
| Hospital stay (2–3 nights) | $10,000 – $20,000 | Included |
| Initial consultation & follow-up | $500 – $1,000 | Included (virtual + in person) |
| Initial post-op physical therapy | Optional, extra cost | Included (initial phase) |
| Local transportation | Not included | Included |
| Hotel | Not included | Included (3-star hotel) |
| Wait for surgery | Weeks to months | 3–10 days |
| Estimated total | $30,000 – $60,000 | From $9,900 |
U.S. figures are typical cash-price ranges and vary by state and hospital. See the full cost breakdown →
Two destinations
Choose where to have your surgery
Monterrey
Surgery at Hospital Angeles Valle Oriente. Fly into Monterrey's international airport. Three package levels, including ROSA robotic-assisted surgery.
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Piedras Negras
Right across the bridge from Eagle Pass, Texas. Drive in, no flights, in a calm city for your recovery.
See Piedras Negras →
ROSA® robotic-assisted surgery
Your knee, planned to the millimeter
With the ROSA® Knee System, Dr. Acosta plans the implant on a 3D model of your knee and checks alignment and balance in real time during surgery.
- Plan from your imagesYour X-rays become a 3D plan of your own anatomy.
- Precise cuts and alignmentThe robot guides each cut while Dr. Acosta stays in control.
- A balanced kneeLigament balance is measured on the table, which helps the knee feel natural.
All-inclusive package
One price for your whole knee replacement
You arrive, we take care of the rest: from the ride at the border or airport to your last follow-up before you fly home.
Starting at$9,900USD
Only a $500 deposit reserves your date. You pay the rest one day before surgery, after you meet Dr. Acosta in person.
- All ground transfers in MexicoPickup when you arrive and every ride between hotel, hospital and appointments
- 1–2 nights in a 3-star hotel before surgeryIf needed for your pre-op assessment. 4- and 5-star upgrades available
- Pre-operative evaluation by an internal medicine specialist
- Knee replacement surgery by Dr. AcostaSurgeon's fees and prosthesis included
- 3 nights in hospital with 24-hour nursing4- and 5-star hospital upgrades available
- Physical therapy from day one1 hour a day with a certified therapist
- CPM therapy, 4 sessions a dayContinuous passive motion equipment to recover range of motion
- 10 nights in a hotel after surgeryWith 12-hour daily nursing assistance and medication support
- Post-surgery follow-up careBefore you travel home and after
3,000+knee replacements performed
15+years as an orthopedic surgeon
60%+average savings vs. U.S. cost, including flights
3–10days of wait for surgery
How it works
From your first message to walking home
- Free video consultationDr. Acosta reviews your X-rays or MRI and answers your questions.
- Reserve your dateA $500 deposit holds your surgery date. Surgery is usually 3–10 days away.
- Travel to MexicoWe pick you up at the airport in Monterrey or at the border in Piedras Negras.
- Pre-op and surgeryInternal medicine evaluation, then your knee replacement and three nights in hospital.
- Recover with supportTen nights in a hotel with nursing, daily physical therapy and follow-up.
- Fly or drive homeWith your follow-up plan and a direct line to the team.
Your surgeon
Dr. José Andrés Acosta Hurtado
Orthopedic surgeon with more than 15 years of experience and over 3,000 knee replacements. Trained at the University of Monterrey and in complex knee surgery at Hospital Dexeus (ICATME) in Barcelona, alongside Dr. Manuel Ribas.
Board certified by the Mexican Council of Orthopedics and Traumatology
Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member of the Mexican Association of Joint Reconstruction and Arthroscopy
Are you a candidate?
When to consider knee replacement
Most patients are between 50 and 80, but age isn't what decides. Pain and how much it limits your life are. You may be a candidate if you have:
Daily life is limited
Severe pain or stiffness makes walking, stairs or getting out of a chair hard.
Swelling that won't go away
Inflammation that doesn't improve with medication or rest.
Knee deformity
Your knee bows in or out, or has visibly changed shape.
Other treatments stopped working
Medication, injections and physical therapy no longer help.
Not sure?
Send your X-rays. Total, partial or revision surgery depends on your case.
Surgery at Hospital Angeles and Clínica México
In Monterrey, surgery takes place at Hospital Angeles Valle Oriente (Torre de Especialidades Médicas) in San Pedro Garza García, with modern operating rooms, a highly trained staff and the ROSA® Knee System. In Piedras Negras, at Clínica México.
★★★★★“I had been dealing with knee pain for years. I decided to travel to Monterrey to have my knee replaced by Dr. Andrés Acosta. The surgery was a success, and I started walking almost immediately. Thank you for changing my life.”
Frequently asked questions
How much does knee replacement cost in Mexico with Dr. Acosta?
All-inclusive packages start at $9,900 USD. That covers the surgery and prosthesis, the hospital stay, hotel nights before and after surgery, nursing, physical therapy and ground transfers in Mexico. Your flights and meals outside the hotel are not included.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. Your first video consultation with Dr. Acosta has no fee. He reviews your X-rays or MRI, answers your questions and tells you whether surgery is the right option for you.
When do I pay?
A $500 USD deposit reserves your surgery date. You pay the balance one day before surgery, after you have met Dr. Acosta in person and seen the facilities.
How long will I stay in Mexico?
Plan on about two weeks: up to two nights before surgery for your pre-op assessment, three nights in the hospital, and ten nights in a hotel with nursing support while you recover.
Do Dr. Acosta and his team speak English?
Yes. You can do your consultation and all the coordination in English or Spanish, and you can message the team on WhatsApp in either language.
Should I choose Monterrey or Piedras Negras?
Monterrey is easiest if you will fly: it has an international airport and the option of ROSA robotic surgery. Piedras Negras is right across the border from Eagle Pass, Texas, so you can arrive by car without flying.
Talk to the team
- +52 81 2035 0340
+52 81 1639 6872 - dr.joseandres@gmail.com
- Languages
- English and Spanish
- Locations
- Monterrey, N.L. and Piedras Negras, Coah., Mexico