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Once a patient is cleared for surgery, Greenwich Hospital’s bariatric program coordinator and surgical nurse provide a comprehensive pre-op class. The class thoroughly prepares the patient and their family members for what to expect in the days leading up to surgery, through their surgical stay and what to expect after they return home.
The preadmission nurse conducts preoperative interviews by telephone or in person with all patients scheduled for surgery. The program coordinator makes sure that all the necessary preoperative tests have been done and conducts a complete review of the patient’s medical and psychological history. Any needs the patient has, such as translation services or transportation, are discussed.
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Discharge planning begins before the procedure, with the preadmission interview.
Patients who are scheduled for ambulatory surgery, often called “same-day surgery,” receive discharge instructions during the preadmission planning. They will receive them again after they are admitted to the hospital.
Patients who stay the standard 2.5 days will review discharge information with the care team during their hospital stay. An individualized plan will be developed, often in collaboration with physicians, nurses, case workers and others to address a variety of patient needs. These include transportation, support services, home care and medication management.
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Part of the discharge planning process includes helping patients fully understand the billing process in order to plan for payment. Hospital staff work closely with patients to clarify insurance benefits eligibility. Please note: Patients may receive separate bills from providers other than the hospital. These may include physicians, such as the radiologist and anesthesiologist, and the laboratory.
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