Your Visit
Whether visiting Advanced Spine and Pain for an initial evaluation or a procedure, it is important that you are prepared. This ensures that our providers and staff can efficiently, effectively, and safely provide you with the most comprehensive care.
PREPARING FOR YOUR INITIAL APPOINTMENT/EVALUATION:
- Arrive 30 minutes early
- Bring a complete medication list, including dosage
- Bring imaging or have imaging transferred in advance
- Have procedure history (i.e. injections, ablations, implants, etc.) transferred in advance
- Provide proof of insurance, photo ID, and payment (due at time of service)
- Please note, no opioids will be prescribed at an initial encounter, and any patient receiving Schedule II narcotics must be seen at the clinic on a routine basis.
PREPARING FOR YOUR PROCEDURE:
- Wear loose clothing
- Remove any jewelry or metal in the area being treated
- Advise clinic staff of BLOOD THINNER or ANTIBIOTIC use
- Arrange for transportation from a responsible driver
- Avoid driving for 24 hours following most procedures
- Fast from solids and liquids for 8 hours prior to appointment time
- Clear liquids (water, juices without pulp, and black coffee) can be consumed up until four hours before appointment time
- Most procedures require prior authorization for insurance approval. Authorization is initiated following initial evaluation.
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