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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
Knee 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.
Knee Arthroscopy Overview
What
Surgical procedure involving a tiny camera called an arthroscope to examine or repair the tissues inside or around the knee joint. Most commonly used for ACL reconstruction and torn meniscus repairs.
Where
Takes place in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center.
Length of hospital stay
Most patients go home the same day.
Carmen New York, NY New York, NY
I tore my meniscus in 2010 and couldn't walk. I wasn't satisfied with a prior hospital's opinion, so I came to HSS for a second one. I was diagnosed right away and received the proper treatment needed to correct the situation. Choosing this hospital was the best decision I made.
Success Rate
86%
Of HSS patients reported improvement within 12 months after their treatment
Out of 142 responses, 90% 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 was apparent that the hospital had established effective procedures for safety and infection avoidance. Everyone I came in contact with seemed to be following these procedures to the letter.
Bob, Knee Injury/Condition
Avoidable Hospital Visits
| 9.8% |
HSS |
 16% |
National |
Represents hospital-wide care. Lower is better
Source: CMS Care Compare
Procedure Volume
5,379
knee 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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