The majority of patients who undergo a joint replacement are usually discharged from the Hospital within one or two nights after the surgery and many of them are able to return to their home environment.
As soon as you decide to have a joint replacement, you and members of your support system must look ahead and start planning for discharge and home recovery. Preparing enables you to concentrate on your main task – getting well. To help you plan for discharge and home recovery, the Hospital’s Case Management Department is available at your request.
A case manager is available to you prior to surgery to address any concerns you may have about your discharge from the Hospital. The case manager will review the alternatives available to you based on your medical condition, home and healthcare needs, care arrangements you have already made, geographic location, insurance coverage and financial situation.
Some of the ways the Hospital social work case manager can assist you include:
The case manager will discuss your post-discharge needs in consultation with your surgeon and other members of your primary healthcare team. Your involvement is essential in formulating a discharge plan that will suit your needs.
The Hospital’s Case Management Department (tel: 212.606.1271) is available to assist you in planning for your discharge and home recovery.
Please note: These guidelines are specific to surgical approaches and should be approved by your surgeon prior to use for your optimal safety.
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