How long will my procedure take?
Can I eat or drink before my procedure?
Should I continue taking my medications as usual?
Can I see a Dr. other than my regular Dr., just to get in for an injection?
Do I need a driver present when having a procedure done?
What is the expected recovery time of a procedure?
How long will it take to get my procedure authorized?
Who will be performing my procedure?
Why do I have to wait to get my procedure authorized?
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Q) How long will my procedure take? A) Most procedures take anywhere from 15-30 minutes. Some of our more intricate interventional procedures may take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour. Each patient procedure, along with risks, benefits and alternatives, is discussed prior to each procedure. Return to Top Q) Can I eat or drink before my procedure? A) When receiving sedation, you should not eat (4 hours) prior to the procedure. You may have clear liquids up to (2 hours) prior to your procedure. Any questions regarding this policy should be addressed with our clinical team prior to arriving for your procedure. Return to Top Q) Should I continue taking my medications as usual? A) For the most part, yes. The only exception would be blood thinners. If you are on blood thinners, please discuss this with the Pain Physician, as these will likely need to be stopped for a period of time before your procedure. Return to Top Q) Can I see a Dr. other than my regular Dr., just to get in for an injection? A) For appropriate continuation of care, we prefer that all injections be performed by your Pain Physician of record. If your regular Physician is unavailable on a regular scheduled return visit, we will make every effort to accommodate you with another physician if necessary. Return to Top Q) Do I need a driver present when having a procedure done? A) For all procedures performed with sedation, a driver IS mandatory. For procedures without sedation, it is always helpful to have a driver available should you need one, however, it is not mandatory. Return to Top |
Q) What is the expected recovery time of a procedure?
A) Most of our patients are given a 15 – 30 minute recovery period in our supervised recovery room immediately following each procedure. Most patients can return to work the same day as the procedure is performed. Certain interventional procedures that are more aggressive may require a short recovery period with rest at home prior to returning to normal activities. Return to Top Q) How long will it take to get my procedure authorized? A) 7 – 10 business days, depending on your insurance. Return to Top Q) Are there any side effects? A) Potential side effects to most procedures are minimal, and specific details will be reviewed with you by your Physician prior to any procedure. Return to Top Q) Who will be performing my procedure? A) All Physicians at The Pain Center of Arizona are fellowship trained specialists and are able to perform all of the interventional procedures offered here. Return to Top Q) Why do I have to wait to get my procedure authorized? A) Most insurance requires medical dictation which demonstrates and supports the medical necessity of an intervention procedures performed at The Pain Center of Arizona. The waiting period for authorization typically includes time for The Pain Center Provider to dictate the medical necessity for the procedure and the receipt and review of documentation by your insurance carrier prior to approval. Return to Top |
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