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 256 766-4547, attention Pre-Registration Department. 

A Health History Nurse will call you prior to your surgery to collect information about your health to expedite your admission process.

A scheduler will call you the day before your surgery, review special instructions and answer any questions you have.  If you have not received a call by 3:00 P.M. the day before your surgery or have additional questions please call us at 256 760-0672 or 1 800 760-0672 between 3:00 P.M. and 4:30 P.M.

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

Food and Drink - Do not eat or drink anything at all for 8 hours prior to your arrival time.  Also, do not chew gum, candy, mints, or tobacco for 8 hours prior to your arrival time.  You may brush your teeth, but do not swallow any water.

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

Makeup and Jewelry (including body jewelry) - Please remove all these items before surgery.

Nail Polish – Do not wear nail polish or nail tips on operative limbs.

Clothing – Wear loose, casual, comfortable clothing to fit over dressings.  If having eye, facial, or shoulder surgery, wear a button up shirt.

Valuables – Please leave valuables at home.

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 should 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.
• Your copay is due on the day of surgery.
• 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 at 256 760-0672 as soon as possible.