Curative Hip & Knee Replacement, Palm Beach County
Curative Health Plan Coverage for Hip & Knee Replacement
Dr. Robert J. Avino is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon accepting the Curative health plan for evaluation and treatment of hip arthritis, knee arthritis, and degenerative joint disease, including robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement using Mako technology.
Curative Accepted
1,400+ Robotic Procedures
Board Certified & Fellowship Trained
Curative Plans Accepted for Joint Replacement
Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute is a participating provider in the Curative health plan network, and Dr. Avino accepts Curative for evaluation and treatment of hip and knee arthritis, including joint replacement surgery when medically appropriate. Curative plans are offered through employers, so benefits vary by plan.
Curative Employer Plans
Curative is an employer-sponsored health plan. Members with Curative coverage may receive coverage for hip and knee replacement surgery when the procedure is determined to be medically necessary based on diagnosis and prior treatment history.
In-Network Care
Curative members can confirm Dr. Avino and Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute in the plan’s provider directory through the Curative member portal. Staying in network is typically required for the plan’s member cost structure to apply, so verifying network status before scheduling is recommended.
Verify Your Plan
Coverage details, including any member cost, prior authorization requirements, and referral requirements, vary by individual Curative plan. The office can help confirm your specific benefits when scheduling.
Coverage details vary depending on the individual plan and the patient’s specific diagnosis. Our office can assist with benefit verification and authorization when scheduling.
When Curative May Cover Joint Replacement
Curative coverage for joint replacement is generally based on medical necessity. Coverage may apply when arthritis or joint degeneration causes the following conditions that have not responded to conservative treatment.
Persistent hip or knee joint pain
Reduced range of motion or mobility
Advanced cartilage loss or bone-on-bone degeneration
Conservative treatment without sufficient relief
Limitations in daily activity or exercise
What to Expect at Your Consultation
During your first visit, Dr. Avino evaluates your joint through a review of your symptoms and medical history, physical examination, X-ray imaging, and discussion of prior treatments.
This evaluation helps determine whether surgical or non-surgical treatment may be appropriate, and provides the documentation often needed to support insurance coverage.
Robotic Joint Replacement and Curative Coverage
Dr. Avino performs robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement using Mako technology. Curative generally covers joint replacement procedures based on medical necessity. However, some insurance carriers do not cover the robotic-assisted portion of your surgery, as they consider it experimental despite supporting clinical evidence. If your plan does not cover this portion, you will be responsible for that fee prior to your surgery.
Robotic Knee Replacement
For advanced knee arthritis. Mako technology supports personalized planning using a 3D model of the knee joint prior to surgery.
Robotic Hip Replacement
For advanced hip arthritis. Direct anterior approach with Mako robotic technology, and many patients go home the same day.
1,400+ Robotic Procedures
Dr. Avino has performed over 1,400 robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements using Mako technology, the kind of high-volume experience many Curative members consider when choosing a surgeon.
Why Curative Members Choose Dr. Avino
Curative members considering hip or knee replacement often prioritize a surgeon with focused training, high surgical volume, and experience with modern robotic technology.
1,400+ Robotic Joint Replacements
High-volume experience performing robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements, the kind of surgical volume Curative members often seek when choosing their surgeon.
Board-Certified & Fellowship-Trained
Residency at the University of Chicago and fellowship in adult hip and knee reconstruction at Cleveland Clinic.
Focused on Joint Replacement
A practice dedicated to hip and knee replacement, not general orthopedics, so every patient benefits from focused surgical experience.
Curative Coverage: Common Questions
Does Curative cover knee replacement surgery?
Curative plans may provide coverage for medically necessary knee replacement surgery when arthritis causes significant cartilage loss, bone-on-bone joint degeneration, or mobility limitations that have not responded to conservative treatment. Coverage details vary by individual plan.
Does Curative cover hip replacement surgery?
Hip replacement surgery may be covered by Curative when arthritis leads to progressive joint damage, persistent pain, and functional limitations that affect daily activity. Your specific coverage depends on your Curative plan and the medical documentation supporting your diagnosis.
Does Curative cover robotic joint replacement?
Curative generally covers joint replacement procedures based on medical necessity rather than the specific technique used. Some carriers consider the robotic-assisted portion of surgery experimental and may not cover it; when that applies, the patient is responsible for that fee before surgery. The office can confirm how your Curative plan applies before scheduling.
Do I need a referral or prior authorization with Curative?
Curative plans may require prior authorization for planned surgery such as joint replacement, and some plans ask members to complete a Curative Baseline Visit early in the plan year for the plan’s full member cost benefits to apply. Referral requirements vary by plan. The office can review your specific plan requirements when you call to schedule.
How do I verify my Curative coverage before scheduling?
You can call (561) 694-7776 and ask for Dr. Avino’s team. Have your Curative member ID card available so the office can verify your benefits, confirm network participation, and review any authorization requirements before your appointment. You can also confirm network status in the Curative member portal.
Schedule a Consultation: Curative Accepted
If you have Curative coverage and hip or knee arthritis is affecting your mobility, a consultation with Dr. Avino can help determine whether joint replacement may be appropriate. Our office can assist with benefit verification and authorization requirements when scheduling.