Outpatient Surgery Center Frequently Asked Questions - Mountain Surgery Center
As a patient, you may be unsure of where to get medical advice or where to undergo an operation if necessary. Our team has been asked numerous questions about these issues, with most related to understanding outpatient surgery centers. We invite you to please read further to gain clarity about common questions we receive about outpatient surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is an Ambulatory Surgery Center?
Ambulatory surgery centers provide same-day surgical and diagnostic procedures in a modern, hospital-like setting.
Mountain Surgery Center is a New Jersey Ambulatory Surgery Center that offers patients access to quality, affordable, convenient outpatient surgical procedures, and doctors a stress-free and convenient surgery center experience.
What Are The Costs Associated With Outpatient Surgery Centers?
Surgical procedures performed in hospitals are expensive largely because hospital room charges and related expenses make up a large part of the cost.
ASC’s are able to provide care much more efficiently and without the often costly overhead associated with hospitals
How Should I Prepare for Outpatient Surgery?
Before your surgery, your surgeon will explain everything you need to prepare, so that you can plan ahead.
It is most common to:
Refrain from eating or drinking after midnight, the day before surgery
Wear comfortable clothing
To be accompanied by a relative or close friend - you most likely will be unable to operate a vehicle that day.
What is the recovery time for outpatient procedures?
Recovery times vary dependent on the type of surgery and anesthesia you underwent as well as your natural recovery abilities.
It is most likely that you will be able to go home between one to four hours following your surgery.
How Do I Know If My Insurance Company Will Cover My Surgery?
If you have questions regarding your coverage, staff at the Surgery Center and your physician's office can help you. Regarding your specific benefits, please contact your insurance carrier.
What is Accreditation? Should You Choose An Accredited Facility?
Accreditation puts emphasis on the safety of patients to ensure quality,
When you need surgery, you want to know that you’re being treated by a team of doctors and surgeons that you can trust and a facility that is equipped in providing the latest in research, technology, and treatments. Adding our high level of professional service, Mountain Surgery Center is accredited in ambulatory care by The Joint Commission. Our attentive staff is ready to assist you in this process through our patient-centered care. Each and every one of our accredited practicing physicians is extremely passionate about putting you on a treatment plan that serves the individual needs of your case. For more information, visit our website or contact our office at 973-736-3390.
Read more details about how to stay calm before outpatient surgery here and for questions to ask your physician before surgery, here.
