Our Patient Friendly Process
The decision to have cosmetic surgery is an important matter... and a personal decision. From the first time you call our office, you will find us committed to providing you the highest quality care. During your private consultation we will discuss any concerns you may have and discuss options fully. Once you've made a decision to have surgery, we will work with you to select a convenient date for your procedure. We are here for you.
Comprehensive Pre-operative Visit
We believe strongly that an informed patient is more confident and relaxed. This requires good communication between doctor and patient, so we like to set up a comprehensive pre-operative visit once your surgery is scheduled. During this visit, we will review your procedure in detail and answer any questions or concerns you may have. We will review and discuss your medical history and order any additional tests. You will receive thorough post-operative instructions and all necessary prescriptions, as well as a post-operative packet to take home.
On the day of surgery, you will be greeted warmly and welcomed to our comfortable surgical facility. You will meet other members of our aesthetic surgical team, as well as a Board Certified Anesthesiologist. Your surgeon will also meet with you again to review your case and discuss your care.
The operating room is our sanctuary. Our total focus is on you. Our complete commitment is to your safety and creating the most beautiful result in a natural way. After surgery, you will awaken in the pleasant recovery room. Our surgical nurses will be ever present to care for you until you are ready to go home.
After returning home, you will be contacted by phone to see how you are feeling and to answer any questions you might have. During the first week after your surgery, you will return to our office to begin your post-operative care and recovery.
We are here for you every step of the way... to assist you and keep you well informed. Your follow up care includes lifetime post-operative appointments to assure that your results have met your expectations.
Advances in plastic surgery have been dramatic. Recovery time has been improved for virtually all cosmetic procedures. Advanced technology, small incisions, and new techniques all improve recovery times. Tissues are handled gently during surgery, and new post-operative care techniques are used to limit swelling and bruising. This allows patients to recover much more quickly. In many cases, patients return to work and activities after a long weekend. Should you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call us. Your surgeon and/or his staff are available 24 hours a day... for you.
Every patient needs information about payment options and potential insurance benefits. We hope the following information will be helpful.
Payment Options
A number of payment options are possible, such as credit cards, personal check, cashier's check, or cash. The options may be used individually or combined as necessary. All payments for surgery are due in full at least seven business days prior to the scheduled procedure. If you are paying with a personal check, payment in full is required a minimum of ten business days prior to the date of your surgery. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
Optional Finance Plans
Our medical practice does not handle "in-house financing," but we are happy to refer you to the following financing companies. We can also assist you in applying for financing, should you desire.
Capital One HealthCare Finance
877-559-5050
http://www.capitalonehealthcarefinance.com
Care Credit
800-365-8295
http://www.carecredit.com
Insurance Coverage
Because we are primarily a cosmetic surgery practice, we are not providers under many insurance plans. Please contact our office as we are happy to assist you in filing with your insurance company and obtaining proper codes to help you with reimbursement after surgery when at all possible. Please keep in mind that regardless of insurance reimbursement, payment is due prior to surgery.