Patient Resources

As a patient at the Center for Advanced Ambulatory Surgery, you are our number one priority, even before you walk in our door. That’s why we have put together the following resources for you so you can enjoy an exceptional patient experience from start to finish.

Patient Instructions

BEFORE SURGERY

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN CANCELLATION OF YOUR SURGERY.

• It is very important that you speak with someone from the ambulatory surgery center prior to the date of your surgery.
• Except for medications as instructed, nothing to eat or drink after midnight prior to your surgery. Failure to adhere may result in cancellation.
• A responsible adult must drive you home and stay with you after your procedure.
• Please remove all jewelry, nail polish, and contact lenses.
• Please wear comfortable clothing the day of the procedure.
• Please call our facility one workday prior to your surgery date to receive your time and instructions.
• If no one has contacted you seven days prior to your scheduled surgery or if you have any questions, please call (518) 618-0743 and ask for the pre-admission testing nurse.
• Your surgeon and the anesthesiologist will meet with you prior to your procedure.
• Stop using: Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Aspirin, Aleve, over-the-counter vitamins and supplements, and herbal supplements (including glucosamine and chondroitin) seven days prior to your surgery, unless otherwise instructed.
• If you are a diabetic, please call (518) 618-0743 and ask for the pre-admission testing nurse for further instructions.

DAY AFTER SURGERY

What happens when the operation is over?

You will rest in our recovery room under the care of specially trained nurses. Your anesthesiologist will monitor your condition. You may be sleepy or dizzy after your surgery. You must have a responsible adult with you to drive you home. Nurses and physicians will answer your questions and give you instructions. You will receive a written copy of these instructions. Please follow them carefully. Be prepared to go home and finish your recovery time there. Have someone plan to stay at home with you through the night. Do not make any important decisions, drive, or operate machinery for 24 hours after your surgery.

What type of side effects can I expect?

Patients often experience minor aftereffects following anesthesia, such as drowsiness, muscle aches, a sore throat, headaches, and dizziness. Nausea may also be present, but vomiting is less common. These side effects decline rapidly in the hours following surgery, but may take several days before they are gone completely. The majority of patients do not feel up to their typical activities the next day, usually due to tiredness or surgical discomfort. Plan to take it easy for a few days until you feel back to normal. Know that a period of recovery at home is common and is to be expected. Contact your surgeon if you have questions about what you can and cannot do, when you can return to work, and how active you can be.

ABOUT YOUR BILL

Will my insurance cover surgery in an outpatient setting?

The Center for Advanced Ambulatory Surgery charges a facility fee. This includes charges for the operation room, recovery room, and other services during your stay. This does not include fees charged by your surgeon, anesthesiologist, pathologist, radiologist, or miscellaneous charged items that would be billed separately, if applicable. Contact your insurance company in advance if you have any questions regarding coverage.

Will I receive a bill after my surgery?

Based on your insurance coverage, a bill may be generated for the facility fee. This fee includes charges for the operation room, recovery room, and other services during your stay. It does not include fees charged by your surgeon, anesthesiologist, pathologist, radiologist, or other miscellaneous charged items. Please contact the surgery center's billing office staff at (518) 618-0743 if you should have any questions regarding a bill that you received from the Center for Advanced Ambulatory Surgery.

Who do I contact if I have questions about my coverage?

Your insurance company is your first point of contact to answer any questions you may have about your coverage. If you still have questions, the Center for Advanced Ambulatory Surgery employs an experienced business office staff that will be happy to provide you with as much information as possible. Please contact the Center for Advanced Ambulatory Surgery office at (518) 618-0743.

Billing, Questions and Information:

You can pay your bill by calling our surgery center office at (518) 618-0743.* Alternatively, you can pay your bill by clicking here to access our secured payment portal.

*When calling our business office, please have all of your information ready for our helpful business staff.

Our surgery center office is open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Surgery Center Office Phone: (518) 618-0743
For all other inquiries, please call (518) 489-2666.