Outpatient Hip Replacement in New York & Connecticut

Hip pain shouldn’t mean a long hospital stay. Dr. Kevin D. Plancher, MD, MPH, FAOA, FAAOS offers minimally invasive, outpatient hip replacement designed to get you home the same day and back to the life you love — with the concierge-level, out-of-network care Plancher Orthopedics is known for.

What Is Outpatient Hip Replacement?

Outpatient hip replacement — also called same-day or rapid-recovery total hip arthroplasty — replaces a damaged or arthritic hip joint with a durable prosthetic implant, using minimally invasive techniques, tailored anesthesia, and a structured recovery protocol that allows appropriately selected patients to be discharged home the same day or within 23 hours of surgery, rather than remaining in the hospital for several nights.

For patients in New York City and Connecticut living with hip osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, or degenerative joint disease, this approach can mean less time away from work and family, a lower risk of hospital-acquired complications, and a faster start to rehabilitation in the comfort of home.

Benefits of an Outpatient Approach

• Faster return home. Many patients walk the same day as surgery and go home within hours instead of days.
• Smaller incisions. Muscle-sparing, minimally invasive techniques reduce soft-tissue trauma.
• Reduced infection risk. Less time in the hospital lowers exposure to hospital-acquired infections.
• Personalized pain management. Modern anesthesia protocols are designed to minimize post-operative pain and opioid use.
• Recovery on your terms. Rehabilitation begins in a familiar home environment, supported by Dr. Plancher’s team.
• Concierge follow-up. 24/7 physician access and same-day appointments if you have questions during recovery.

Am I a Candidate for Outpatient Hip Replacement?

Not every patient is a candidate for same-day hip replacement, and Dr. Plancher will never recommend the outpatient pathway unless it is medically appropriate. Candidates are typically:

• Living with hip pain from osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, or degenerative joint disease that limits daily activity.
• In generally good overall health, without significant uncontrolled cardiac, pulmonary, or other systemic conditions.
• Able to arrange a responsible adult and appropriate support at home for the first 24–48 hours after surgery.
• Motivated to participate actively in a structured, early-mobility physical therapy plan.

Every recommendation begins with a thorough in-office evaluation, imaging review, and a candid conversation about your goals, health history, and lifestyle — whether you’re seeing Dr. Plancher in New York City or Connecticut.

A Minimally Invasive, Individualized Approach

Dr. Plancher tailors the surgical approach — anterior, posterior, or another muscle-sparing technique — to each patient’s anatomy and goals, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all protocol. Combined with precise implant positioning and a rapid-recovery anesthesia plan, this individualized strategy is designed to protect surrounding muscle and soft tissue, reduce post-operative pain, and support an early return to walking, stairs, and daily activity.

What to Expect: Before, During & After Surgery

Before Surgery

Your journey begins with a comprehensive evaluation, imaging, and medical clearance. Dr. Plancher and his team will walk you through pre-operative instructions, what to expect on the day of surgery, and how to prepare your home for a smooth recovery.

Day of Surgery

Surgery is performed at a hospital or accredited surgical facility using a minimally invasive technique. Most patients are up and taking their first steps with the support of a physical therapist within hours of the procedure.

Recovery Timeline

• Day of surgery: Early mobilization; most patients go home the same day or within 23 hours.
• 1–2 weeks: Walking with a cane or walker; home or outpatient physical therapy begins.
• 2–6 weeks: Progressive strengthening; many patients transition off assistive devices.
• 6–8 weeks: Return to most daily activities and light exercise, as approved by Dr. Plancher.
• 3–6 months: Continued strength gains, with many patients returning to golf, hiking, doubles tennis, and other lower-impact activities.

Every recovery timeline is individualized. Your specific milestones will be reviewed with you at each post-operative visit.

Why Choose Dr. Plancher for Your Hip Replacement

• 30+ years of orthopedic surgical experience treating patients throughout New York City and Connecticut.
• Clinical Professor, Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center; Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor, Weill Cornell Medical College.
• Former Chair, Board of Specialties, Board of Directors — American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
• Recognized by Super Doctors, America’s Most Honored Doctors, Connecticut Top Doctors, and Castle Connolly Top Doctors.
• Concierge, out-of-network practice with on-site testing, same-day appointments, and 24/7 physician access.
• Two convenient locations: Park Avenue in New York City and Cos Cob, Connecticut.

Outpatient Hip Replacement Consultations — New York & Connecticut

New York Office

1160 Park Avenue (corner of 92nd Street)
New York, NY 10128

Phone: (212) 876-5200

Fax: (212) 876-4440

New York Office Details

Connecticut Office

31 River Road, Suite 102
Cos Cob, CT 06807

Phone: (203) 863-2003

Fax: (203) 863-2025

Connecticut Office Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is outpatient hip replacement?

Outpatient hip replacement is a total hip arthroplasty performed using minimally invasive surgical techniques and a modern rapid-recovery protocol, allowing eligible, healthy patients to be discharged home the same day or within 23 hours instead of staying in the hospital for several nights.

Am I a candidate for outpatient hip replacement?

Good candidates are generally active, medically stable patients with hip osteoarthritis or joint degeneration who do not have significant cardiac, pulmonary, or other medical complications. Dr. Plancher evaluates each patient’s health history, imaging, and goals to determine whether same-day surgery is appropriate.

Is outpatient hip replacement as safe as inpatient hip replacement?

For carefully selected, medically optimized patients, outpatient hip replacement has been shown in the orthopedic literature to be a safe alternative to a multi-night hospital stay, with the added benefits of a lower risk of hospital-acquired infection and a faster return to a familiar home environment. Candidacy is always determined on an individual basis.

How long is recovery after outpatient hip replacement?

Most patients begin walking with assistance the same day as surgery, transition off a walker or cane within two to four weeks, and resume most daily activities within six to eight weeks. A full return to higher-impact activity can take three to six months, depending on the patient.

Where does Dr. Plancher perform outpatient hip replacement?

Dr. Kevin Plancher evaluates and treats hip replacement candidates at his New York City office on Park Avenue and his Connecticut office in Cos Cob, serving patients throughout the New York and Connecticut area.