In order to make your experience as stress-free as possible, we ask that you complete our pre-registration forms.
If you chose to not complete your pre-registration forms online, you will either receive a copy from your surgeon’s office, or a copy will be mailed to your home.
Once you have completed the forms, you can either mail, FAX, or bring them to the Center. We request that you arrange to have forms received by the Center at least THREE days prior to your surgery or procedure date. Forms may be faxed to 949-455-0428.
If you wish to complete your pre-registration by phone, please contact the Center at least THREE days prior to your surgery or procedure date. Our pre-admission representatives are available to assist you Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM at 949-472-3824.
Prior to your procedure:
You will receive a call from a representative of our Business Office who will review your insurance coverage, and subsequent financial responsibilities to the Surgery Center. During this conversation, you will be apprised of any co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance requirements based on your specific insurance plan coverage. Upon your admission to the Center, we will provide a written explanation of these responsibilities. Please do not hesitate to ask for clarification of any financial information provided to you.
If you will be having a surgical procedure:
A member of our nursing staff will contact you prior to your surgery date to verify your appointment time and arrival, review your health history, discuss pre-operative preparation instructions and answer any questions you may have.
Please make yourself available by phone the evening before your surgery so that your anesthesiologist may call you if appropriate.
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To prevent delay or cancellation on the day of surgery please adhere to the following guidelines:
Food and Drink
Please refrain from eating or drinking anything after midnight the night before your surgery. If your surgery is scheduled for the late afternoon you may eat toast with jelly and drink clear liquids (tea, coffee, apple juice) up to six (6) hours prior to your arrival time, but you must still avoid dairy products after midnight.
Alcohol:
Do not drink alcohol for at least 12 hours prior to your arrival time.
Smokers:
Please refrain from smoking after midnight the night before your surgery.
Makeup, Nail Polish, Jewelry (including body piercing jewelry):
Please remove all of these items prior to your arrival at the Center.
Clothing
Wear loose, casual, comfortable clothing to fit over any surgical dressings.
Valuables
We ask you to leave jewelry or other valuables at home on the day of your procedure except for your government issued I.D. and insurance card(s) and any co-pay or deductible amounts discussed during your conversation with our financial counselor.
Notify the Center & Your Surgeon if:
- You have an elevated temperature, cough, cold, vomiting or diarrhea between your last visit to the surgeon and the day of your surgery.
- You suspect you may be pregnant.
- You are taking: diet pills, aspirin, ibuprofen, or certain herbal medicines. You may need to stop taking these 1-2 weeks before your surgery. You can discuss this with your surgeon.
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Notify The Center & Your Surgeon If:
- You have an elevated temperature, cough, cold, vomiting or diarrhea between your last visit to the surgeon and the day of your surgery.
- You suspect you may be pregnant.
- You are taking: diet pills, aspirin, ibuprofen, or certain herbal medicines. You may need to stop taking these 1-2 weeks before your surgery. You can discuss this with your surgeon.
What You Need The Day Of The Surgery:
- When to Arrive: Please arrive at the surgery center one hour prior to your scheduled surgery time unless instructed otherwise by the pre-op nurse.
- Information To Bring: Please bring your government issued I.D. and insurance card(s) and any co-pay or deductible amounts discussed during your conversation with our financial counselor.
- Driver:
- Please make arrangements in advance to have a responsible adult drive you home from the surgery center. If you will be sedated or receive anesthesia during your visit, we cannot allow you to drive yourself home or take public transportation or taxis.
- Escort: Please plan to have a responsible adult stay with you at home after your surgery and throughout the night. This is a requirement of the facility and your surgery may have to be canceled if no arrangements for care have been made.
- Legal Guardian: A legal guardian must be in the center AT ALL TIMES for children and dependent adults.
- Care For Children: If you are the patient and have young children at home please plan to have someone else care for them for at least the first 24 hours following your surgery or procedure.
Interpreter
If the patient cannot read, speak English or use sign language, an interpreter is required. If you need assistance arranging for an interpreter, please contact our scheduler at 949-472-0244 as early as possible.
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