A study conducted by researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center and NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases found that 70.3% of total joint arthroplasty (TJA) patients are eligible to have the procedure done at an ambulatory surgery center as opposed to inpatient hospital.

A large proportion of TJA patients were found to be eligible for surgery in an ASC, including over one-third of ASA class 3 patients,” the authors concluded. “ASC performed TJA provides an opportunity for increased patient satisfaction and decreased costs, selecting the right candidates for the ambulatory setting is critical to maintain patient safety and avoid postoperative complications.”

Abstract available here.