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Make sure you're asking the critical questions to make the best decision for your care
Not all hospitals achieve the same results
Shoulder arthroscopy and other minimally invasive surgeries often result in less pain, minimal scarring and rapid recovery. But not all hospitals achieve the same results. Some are more reliable than others. With the help of the HSS Hospital Reliability Scorecard, you can make sure you're asking the critical questions to find the hospital that's right for you. Understanding the data points below will help you make the best decision for your care. Learn why we chose these factors.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Overview
What
Surgical procedure involving a tiny camera called an arthroscope to examine or repair the tissues inside or around the shoulder joint. Used to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, most commonly rotator cuff tears.
Where
Takes place in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center.
Length of hospital stay
Most patients go home the same day.
Karen Middletown, CT Middletown, CT
I am not exaggerating when I say my doctor gave me my life back. I cannot put into words the appreciation I feel towards him and his entire efficient and hard-working team. Thank you!
Success Rate
94%
Of HSS patients reported improvement within 12 months after their treatment
Out of 107 responses, 68% response rate
Source: HSS Internal Data, 2020
Patient Experience
91%
Of patients would recommend HSS; over the national average of 72%
Source: CMS Care Compare
Complications
| .55 |
HSS In-Hospital |
 1.0 |
National |
Represents hospital-wide care. Lower is better
Source: CMS Care Compare
“ Testimonial
It's been six weeks since my surgery. My therapist says I'm way ahead of schedule, but I'm not rushing things. Golf season begins in a month, and I expect to come back stronger than ever thanks to my doctor and the great care I received at HSS.
Russell, Rotator Cuff Injury/Condition
Avoidable Hospital Visits
| 9.8% |
HSS |
 16% |
National |
Represents hospital-wide care. Lower is better
Source: CMS Care Compare
Procedure Volume
3,279
Shoulder arthroscopies per year
Source: HSS Internal Data, 2019
in orthopedics since 2010
in orthopedics since 2010
Download your Hospital Reliability Scorecard
The Hospital Reliability Scorecard highlights valuable data to consider before you schedule your procedure. Our helpful worksheet makes it easy to compare different hospitals.
Reliable care is good for your health.
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