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Ice machines for knee replacements?

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Sep 11, 2025 | Replies (25)

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You shouldn’t have to buy or borrow an ice therapy device. You should have one given to you by the hospital. The hospital includes the cost of the machine in their charges but you don’t get billed for it. Check with the hospital where you’ll have your surgery.
The machines are not covered by insurance so don’t go buy one, even if you have an order from your doctor. Hope your surgery goes well.

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If the surgery is performed as an out-patient in the doctor's facility, would you still be entitled to an ice machine?