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I am in serious need of a knee replacement i only have ss insurance is this possible?
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? Medicare too?: Most patints on SSI recieve medicare benefits also, if you did not, you might be eligible for medicaid. Most charitable hospitals can direct you to someone who can help you figure this out and probably get coverage. Good luck.
Answered 2/13/2015
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