The key details to know:
1. A successful outpatient joint replacement program must include preoperative education, joint classes and follow-up by staff.
2. Those elements must go beyond standard procedure to provide safe outpatient discharges.
3. Enhanced and consistent protocols ensure safety for patients.
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