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At what age will the NHS do a knee replacement? Eligibility explained

According to NHS data, most knee replacements are carried out on people between the ages of 60 and 80, though adults of any age can be considered. This makes it clear that there is no strict upper or lower age limit, and the NHS will do a knee replacement based on a range of factors beyond just a patient's age.

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Does Medicare Cover Robotic Knee Replacement for Seniors?

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), knee replacement surgery is one of the most common procedures for Medicare enrollees, and the program generally covers medically necessary surgical procedures. This coverage includes robotic knee replacement for seniors, as Medicare primarily considers the medical necessity of the procedure rather than the specific technology used.

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