Every insurance company and individual policy differs as to which specific procedures are covered and how much of the total cost of surgery the patient is responsible for paying. Learn what your total out-of-pocket expenses are and what is included in your coverage before the surgery. Make sure to take into account the rehabilitation and physical therapy you may require after the surgery is performed.

Much of your insurance information comes from your physician's office. Many times, this is all the information we need. Should we need anything further, our Business Office will contact you approximately a week before surgery. However, please bring your insurance card with you the day of surgery.

If you have any questions about coverage for your procedure, please feel free to contact our Business Office Manager at (316) 634-0090 and she will be happy to answer your questions or direct you to someone who can.

Yes we do.

If you are taking heart or blood pressure medication, please take your regular morning dose on the morning of surgery unless otherwise instructed by your doctor. If you are taking insulin, normally we ask that you take one-half your regular dose on the morning of surgery. However, again, please check with your physician. Please discontinue any other medications two weeks before surgery, and certainly do not take them the morning of surgery, unless instructed by your doctor. Bring your home medications with you in their original, labeled bottles on the day of surgery because we refer to these bottles so we can accurately order these medications and resume their administration after your surgery.

Avoiding infection is especially important when undergoing total shoulder replacement. Some drugs can increase the risk of developing infection. These include Enbrel and methotrexate, along with any drug that works by suppressing the immune system. Other medications that need to be stopped two weeks before the surgery are blood thinners, like aspirin or Coumadin, which can prevent clotting of the blood needed to heal after surgery. Your doctor will tell you when to stop any of your medications and which ones it is important for you to keep taking.

Yes. Some herbal products can cause major problems during total shoulder replacement surgery. We are learning more about these products as they become more widely used. St. John's wort and gingko biloba are two herbal products that can definitely cause major problems with blood pressure during surgery. Because herbal products are sold over-the-counter and are largely unregulated, it is difficult for us to know their dosage. We expect you to discontinue all herbal products two weeks before surgery, unless otherwise directed by your surgeon.

Generally, you can continue taking your vitamins but if they contain additional herbal products, please discontinue them. Again, if you have questions, consult your physician's office.

No. Please continue taking your insulin. We usually have diabetic patients take half their normal dose of insulin on the morning of their surgery. We then monitor your blood sugar preoperatively, during and after surgery, giving sugar supplements if needed.

Please continue your blood pressure and/or heart medication.

Please do not eat, drink or smoke on the day of surgery. If you must take a medication on the morning your surgery is scheduled, please just have a small sip of water to wash it down.

Leave your suitcase and belongings in the car when you come in to register. When we get you settled in your room after surgery, then your family or friends can bring your suitcases to your room. Please leave all valuables at home.

A shoulder replacement implant consists of: hemi-partial replacement ball - cobalt chrome total weight - 1.0 lbs.

Implants do not set off the metal detector alarms at most airports. Some international airports have more sensitive devices and the implant will cause an alarm.

Yes. After surgery, you will be kept on an IV solution to aid in your recovery for about a day, along with pain medication. A bandage will be placed on your shoulder and a fluid drain will collect excess fluid. A physical therapist will show you some exercises you can do to get your shoulder moving again and resume normal daily activities. Rehab is necessary to regain strength in your shoulder and get your flexibility back.

Most people go home on pain pills after a hip replacement procedure. Your doctor may also give you an anti-inflammatory medication such as aspirin or ibuprofen.

Average length of stay for patients who have had a total shoulder replacement is 1-2 nights.

Men should bring shorts and t-shirts and short pajamas. Women should bring shorts and t-shirts and short pajamas or gowns. No floor length gowns or long pajamas are recommended.

This is dependent on your surgeon’s preference and what time you have surgery. Some patients will be getting out of bed in the afternoon the day of surgery. All other patients will be getting out of bed the next morning following a total shoulder procedure.

Yes, but they must be well behaved, well supervised and they must be physically well.

Yes. Bring them in their original pharmacy container.

We will work with you on getting out of bed safely, transferring, and of course, increasing movement in your new shoulder.

Kansas Surgery & Recovery Hospital differs from a traditional hospital setting in that most of your physical therapy is done in your room.

The therapist and nurses will communicate and give recommendations to your doctor regarding your level of function and when it is safe for you to go home.

Some good ideas include removing knick-knacks that might get knocked off of furniture, and removing throw rugs that could trip you up. Before surgery, it may be wise to rearrange furniture so that you have enough space to get through with a walker.

You can purchase these items from any medical supply company. You can purchase these before surgery, or a family member or friend can get them before you go home.