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About
Outpatient Surgery
According
to the Federated Ambulatory Surgery Association, over 50%of
all surgical procedures in the United States are now safely
performed on an outpatient basis. Ambulatory Surgery Centers
are more convenient and comfortable for patients and there
are established Federal regulatory agencies to monitor and
regulate ASC's. In fact, ASC's are among the most highly regulated
providers of ambulatory medical care. All centers approved
for Medicare reimbursement must undergo rigorous inspection
by the federal government.
Due
to advancements in medical technology, surgical procedures
such as laser and endoscopic surgery can safely be performed
on an outpatient basis. The majority of procedures performed
in ambulatory surgery centers fall into these categories:
ophthalmology, gynecology, gastroenterology, ear/nose/throat,
orthopedic, general surgery, plastic, and podiatry.
The
Hernando Endoscopy and Surgery Center is a safe comfortable
alternative to inpatient surgery. It is approved to accept
Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross & Blue Shield and most
Major insurance and HMO's.
“Your
facility is the best I have experienced. It is my wish
that all would be as fine
as yours.” Kathryn
, Spring Hill 34606.
What
to expect
We
strive to provide the highest level of technological skill
and personal care to all our patients. In order to make your
procedure as relaxed as possible, please follow these guidelines.
- On
the day of your procedure, plan to spend a total of three
(3) hours at the Center.
- Arrange
before hand to have someone accompany you to the Center
and drive you home after the procedure.
- Wear
comfortable clothing to the Center so that it will be easy
for you to change into a gown.
- Before
your procedure, it is important that you discuss with staff
all medications that you are currently taking. In most circumstances,
you will be able to continue your usual medications, although
some dosage adjustments may be needed for insulin and blood
thinners.
- Dietary
restrictions will be discussed with you at this time.
- You
will be asked to sign an informed consent. This form states
that you have been made aware of the risks and possible
complications.
- You
will be taken into a pre operative area where one of our
staff will assist you in preparing for your procedure. An
IV will be inserted into your arm so that sedation can be
administered at the time of your procedure.
- After
the procedure, you will rest in the recovery room until
the sedation subsides. At that time, we will attempt to
answer any questions you may have and give you
post-operative instructions.
Follow-up
In order to monitor your progress and recovery, someone from
our staff will contact you the day after your procedure. At
that time, once again we will attempt to answer any remaining
questions you may have.
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