Will I go home or to a rehabilitation unit?
Will I go home or to a rehabilitation unit?
Most will be discharged home and participate in an outpatient physical therapy program. Most insurance programs do not recognize total joint replacement as criteria for admission to a rehabilitation facility unless extenuating medical conditions exist. If social or health issues prevent discharge home, you may be transferred to a skilled nursing facility with therapy. Please note that if you are considering a rehabilitation unit after surgery, it would be advisable to visit prior to surgery.