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GENERAL INFORMATION The Surgery Center of Farmington is a freestanding surgery center born from the idea that ambulatory surgery can be affordable while providing high quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our primary concern is our patients. Our professional supportive staff continually focuses on a high level of personal attention to the patient. The facility is licensed by the State of Missouri Department of Health and is certified by Medicare. The Surgery Center of Farmington's professional nursing and anesthesia staff are experienced and trained in patient care for outpatient procedures. Each staff member is personally committed to ensuring your experience at our Center is a positive one. Concerning emergency safety issues: the nurses at The Surgery Center of Farmington surpass the standards and requirements established at most hospitals. In addition, the facility is equipped with state-of-the-art monitoring devices and emergency equipment which, in many instances, exceeds State and Federal requirements.
SURGICAL PROCEDURES IN THE SPECIALTY AREAS OF: Eye Surgery - Cataract Removal, Laser Surgery, Eye Muscle Surgery, Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery and other procedures commonly performed by Ophthalmologists. General Surgery - Removal of cysts, lesions, hernia repairs, gallbladder removal, biopsies, hemorrhoid surgery, and etc. Gynecology - D&C, Hysteroscopy, Laparoscopy, Tubal Ligation, and other diagnostic and surgical procedures. Orthopedics - Arthroscopy, Ligament Repair, Carpal Tunnel Release, Hand Surgery, Bone Biopsies, Treatment of Fractures, other common surgeries. Endoscopic Procedures - Upper Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Dilatations, and Biopsies. Urologic Surgery - Cystoscopy, Biopsies, Vasectomy, Hydrocele Repairs, Hypospadius Repair, and others. Podiatric - Bunionectomy, Hammer Toe Correction, and other podiatric procedures. Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery - Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy, Ear Tube Insertion, Laryngoscopy, Septoplasty, Endoscopic Nasal Surgery, LAUP (Snoring Procedure), and etc. Pain Management - Injections to help people with chronic pain.
MISSION STATEMENT The Surgery Center of Farmington is a privately owned, freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Center. The mission of the center is to provide cost effective, efficient outpatient surgery to the community, denying services to no one while maintaining fiscal responsibility. We also strive to exceed the expectations of both the patients and physicians. In addition, we foster a caring atmosphere enriched with collaboration, innovation, and surgical care in the community.
ABOUT THE CHARGES Most day surgery procedures are covered by insurance. Once insurance coverage has been verified, patients are expected to pay any remaining deductible before or on the day of surgery. As a courtesy to you, we will bill your insurance company for their portion of the cost of your care. You will be billed only for your co-pay portion provided your insurance company makes timely payment. Some insurance companies make payment directly to the patient, in which case we request your timely payment to us. Advance payment is customary for procedures not covered by insurance, or for patients without insurance. For your convenience, we accept most major credit cards.
ADDITIONAL CHARGES The Surgery Center of Farmington must contract with other healthcare providers for certain aspects of your care. In addition to the charges from your physician and the surgery center, you may receive statements from the following contracted providers: Anesthesia Services: If you were given a general anesthetic, block, or had sedation with anesthesia personnel in attendance, you will be receiving a bill for their professional services. Laboratory: If your physician requested blood work, you will receive a statement from the providing facility. X-ray Studies: If you have x-rays taken for your procedure, you will receive a statement from the facility in which you had the x-ray. If it was done at the hospital, you may also receive a charge from the radiologist who interprets the film. Pathology: If your doctor sends tissue away for analysis, you will receive two additional bills - one from the hospital that prepares the slides and one from the doctor who reads them. The hospital fee is called the technical component and the doctor's charge is called the professional component.
PRE-ADMISSION APPOINTMENT In many instances, patients will come to the Center several days before their procedure for a pre-admission visit. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the receptionist who will assist you in registering for the procedure. After this, you will spend some time with the pre-admission nurse who will obtain your medical history, perform testing requested by your doctor, give you instructions as to what to do to prepare for your surgery, and answer any question you may have. You will also meet with our business staff regarding insurance coverage. The total time for this visit, of course, varies from patient to patient, but on the average, takes 45 minutes. Things you will need for your visit:
DAY BEFORE SURGERY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DAY OF SURGERY
AFTER THE PROCEDURE (we close at 5 p.m.) You will rest in the recovery area until you are able to go home. You and the responsible adult you have brought will be given instructions about your care at home, any prescriptions for medication the doctor may want you to have, when to see the doctor again and what to do in the event of an emergency. Ask questions about anything you do not understand. Your responsible adult will be given a copy of these instructions. If an emergency occurs, call your physician even if it is after hours. Your doctor has an answering service who will have your doctor call you. If for some reason you are unable to contact your physician, call or go to the nearest Emergency Room. In our community: Parkland Health
Center
756-6451
THE POSTOPERATIVE PHONE CALL One of the nurses from the center will attempt to contact you one or two days
after your procedure to check on you and to answer any questions you may
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