To expedite your check-in process, we need to receive your registration form prior to your procedure date.  If not received, the Pre-Registration Department will be contacting you prior to your date of service.  You may fax your registration form to 719-635-7750, attention Pre-Registration Department.  The Pre-Registration Department direct line is 719-635-7740.

A Pre-Op (Health History Nurse) will call you prior to your surgery to collect information about your health, medications and history to expedite your admission process. She can also answer any clinical questions you may have about your procedure preparation.

Our Business Office will also call you a day or so before your surgery to make sure you have received the CMS information packet containing Advanced Directives information, a Patient Rights and Responsibilities document and financial disclosure form.  If you have not received one from your doctor's office, a copy of the packet documents can be emailed to you or you may download from this site by clicking on the Pre-Registration tab. They will also share with you any co-pay you may have or answer any of your questions about directions, insurance, etc. 

If you have not received a call by 4:00 p.m. the day before your surgery or have additional questions please call us at 719-635-7740.

It is important for you to follow these guidelines before surgery to prevent delay or cancellations.

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Food and Drink

If you are arriving BEFORE noon:
Do not eat food or dairy products after midnight the night before your surgery.  You may have clear, non-alcoholic liquids up to two (2) hours before your arrival. 

If you are arriving AFTER noon:
You may eat toast with jelly six (6) hours prior to your arrival time but avoid dairy products after midnight.  You may have clear, non-alcoholic liquids up to two (2) hours before your arrival time.

Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol for at least 12 hours before your arrival.

Smoking
No smoking after midnight the night before your surgery.

Makeup, Nail Polish, Jewelry (including body jewelry)
Please remove all these items before surgery.

Clothing
Wear loose, casual, comfortable clothing to fit over dressings.

Valuables
Please leave valuables at home. 

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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:

• Information To Bring: Insurance cards, photo ID, Medicare or Medical Assistance information, numbers and addresses.
• Driver: You must plan to have someone drive you home.  Do not plan to use taxis or other public transportation.
• Escort: A friend, relative or dedicated caregiver MUST stay with you for 24 hours.
• Legal Guardian: A legal guardian must be in the center AT ALL TIMES for children and dependent adults.
• Care For Children: If you have young children at home for whom you normally care for, plan for someone else to care for them for at least the first 24 hours following your surgery. 
• Interpreter: If the patient cannot read, speak English or use sign language, and interpreter is required.  If you need assistance arranging for an interpreter, please contact the Scheduling department 719-635-7740 as soon as possible. 

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