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What is outpatient joint replacement?
Outpatient joint replacement is a hip, knee, or shoulder replacement care path where an appropriate patient can return home the same day after surgery.
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Same-day recovery path
When a patient is an appropriate candidate, outpatient joint replacement allows recovery at home after surgery rather than spending the night in a hospital.
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Candidate decision
Whether outpatient joint replacement is appropriate depends on the patient's health profile, procedure, support at home, and surgeon evaluation.
Your surgeon or care team can confirm what applies to your situation.
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