Patient Information
Before Your Procedure
Pre-Procedure Requirements
Prior to your procedure, you may require preoperative tests and X-rays, which will be ordered by your physician.
Registration & Insurance
Our team will contact you to complete your registration.
We will confirm demographic and insurance information, as well as collect any patient copay, coinsurance, or deductible.
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover.
Pre-Procedure Confirmation
You will receive a call one day before your procedure to review instructions and confirm your arrival time. If your procedure is scheduled for Monday, you may receive the call on Friday.
Food & Drink Instructions
Eat a light dinner the evening before your procedure.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages.
Do not smoke, eat, or drink any beverages (including water) after midnight prior to your procedure.
Transportation Arrangements
Make arrangements to have another person, age 18 or over, drive you home. Uber or Lyft can only be used if you are accompanied by someone over the age of 18.
Your procedure may be canceled if you do not have someone available to take you home.
In Case of Illness
If you develop a cold, cough, sore throat, fever, or any illness within 2 days of your procedure, please notify your physician and the center.
The Day of Procedure
Personal Care & Hygiene
You may bathe or shower before arriving
Avoid swallowing water while brushing your teeth
Do not apply body lotion
Inform us if you have sleep apnea
Bring your CPAP machine
if required
if required
Wear your hair loosely and avoid clips or sprays
Personal Items
Do not wear dentures, hearing aids, or contact lenses during your procedure
Remove glasses
before procedure
before procedure
Bring protective cases for your personal items
Bring reading glasses
if needed
if needed
Clothing & Valuables
Wear comfortable and easy-to-remove clothing
Avoid pullover tops for upper-body procedures
Wear low-heeled shoes
Remove all jewelry and
body piercings
body piercings
Leave valuables at home
Visitors
Visitors may stay with you
before procedure
before procedure
They can wait in the lounge during your procedure
Limit visitors to two people
Small children should remain
at home
at home
Your physician will update visitors after the procedure
Anesthesia Services
Care provided by board-certified anesthesia professionals
Meet your anesthesiologist before procedure
Ask questions and discuss your care plan
In the Operating Room
Your comfort and safety are our top priorities
Ask your nurse if you have
any concerns
any concerns
The room may feel cool with bright lighting
Warm blankets will be provided
After Your Procedure
Recovery
Recovery time varies for each patient
Your anesthesiologist will decide how long you stay
in recovery
in recovery
Your nurse will inform you when you are ready to leave
Discharge instructions and medications will be explained
You will receive a copy of all instructions
Going Home
Have a responsible adult stay with you for at least
24 hours
24 hours
This ensures your safety and support after procedure
Contact your doctor if you have any questions or concerns
Notice To Consumers
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or
call (909) 579-1500
call (909) 579-1500
