- Do not eat or drink anything the morning of surgery, unless your doctor has given you other instructions.
- Take your heart and/or blood pressure medications with a sip of water. Diabetic patients, ask your physician how to adjust your dose of insulin on the day of your procedure.
- You may brush your teeth and rinse your mouth with water, but do not swallow any of the water.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing (a short-sleeved, button-front shirt is best).
- Leave all valuables and jewelry at home.
- If you wear glasses or contacts, bring a case to store them in.
- Please do not wear makeup, perfume, or dark colored nail polish.
- You should have a responsible driver with you on the day of the procedure. Your driver should remain in the facility while you are in surgery.
During the registration process, you will be asked to verify your billing and insurance information, and to sign a financial agreement. You will need:
- Current driver’s license or photo ID
- Current insurance ID card
- Another form of proof of permanent address, such as a phone bill or utility bill
- Co-pay, co-insurance, deductible
If patient identification or insurance information cannot be verified, the surgery will need to be rescheduled. If you need to make other financial arrangements or an estimate of your bill, please call 1-443-486-4230 prior to your surgery day.
Next, you will be taken to the pre-procedure area where a nurse will verify medical information, allergies, and medication. The nurse will prepare you for your procedure, and an anesthesia provider will meet with you to discuss your medical history and the type of anesthesia you will have.
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