Same Day Surgery Patient Guide

Thank you for choosing Ocean Medical Center for your surgery. We welcome you and look forward to serving your needs throughout your surgical process.

Parking

• Free Valet Parking is available at the Front Entrance, which faces Jack Martin Boulevard
• Free Parking is also available in the parking garage on the Route 88 side of the medical center
• Handicap parking is available in Parking Lot C, outside the main entrance facing Route 88

Registration Information for Pre-Admission Testing

• Please arrive 30 minutes prior to appointment time
• What to Bring:
• Prescription / Order from Physician that indicates the test you are having and your diagnosis
• Insurance Cards / Proof of Address
• Driver's License / Proof of Identity
• Referral Form / Authorization Number. It is the responsibility of the patient to provide the referral to the hospital.
• For Workers Compensation or Motor Vehicle Accidents, please bring:
• Claim Number
• Insurance Name, Address, and Phone Number
• Contact Person at Insurance Company
• Original Date of Loss
• Know your Insurance Coverage:
• To help speed up the process, please check with your insurance company to be sure that we are the correct in-network facility for your desired test. Make sure to ask if a co-payment will be required. It is important to check with your insurance provider to see if you will need a referral and/or authorization number for all tests
• Payment:
• If required by your insurance, you will be responsible to make a co-payment at time of service
• If you have no insurance coverage, payment for services is due at time of registration
• Please contact a financial counselor at 732-840-3340 for information on payment options
• Payment may be made by Cash, Personal Check or by one of the following credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover

Requirements for Surgery

• Keep Pre-Admission Testing Appointment
• Follow through with medical clearance
• If illness occurs prior to surgery, report to your physician
• Have a reliable adult available for transportation home, and for 24 hour companionship after your surgery
• Call the day before your surgery for the exact arrival time, 732-836-4378 (between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.)

Medications to Avoid
(7-10 days prior to surgical date)

• Vitamin E
• Fish Oil
• Herbal Preparations (i.e. Ginkgo, Ginsing, St. John's Wart)
• Vitamin Supplements
• Check with your physician regarding Coumadin, Plavix, Aspirin, or any blood thinners (i.e. Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Excedrin)

Day of Surgery — Requirements

• No foods or liquids after midnight prior to surgical day
• No lotions or body creams allowed
• No makeup
• No jewelry or body piercing
• Refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol
• No contact lenses
• No bobby pins
• No tampons
• Leave valuables at home
• You do not have to remove nail polish
• Showering the morning of surgery is permitted
• You may brush your teeth and use mouthwash but avoid swallowing any water or mouthwash
• Wear comfortable, non-constricting clothing

Day of Surgery — What to Bring

• X-ray Films
• Medications in the original containers
• Medical / Surgical history forms
• Dentures are allowed
• Reading material, music, or any form of relaxation you enjoy
• Area may be chilly, so you may want a sweatshirt or sweater

Day of Surgery — What Medication to Take

• High Blood Pressure Medications
• Cardiac Medications
• Gastric Reflux Medications
• Tranquilizers
• Thyroid Medications
• Anti-seizure Medications
• Antibiotics, if prescribed
• Pain Medications, if needed
• Inhalers

Day of Surgery — What Medication to Avoid

• Do not take diabetic medication morning of surgery
• Do not take insulin morning of surgery
• Do check blood sugar morning of surgery, if possible

Day of Surgery — What To Expect

• Arrival time is 1½ hours prior to your surgical time
• Check in at Surgical Day Stay waiting area (2nd floor)
• Try and Relax. The nurses know you are there
• Before using the restroom, please check with a nurse to see if any specimens are needed

Day of Surgery — Safety Initiatives

• Verification of Name and Birth Date
• Review of allergies (medication, latex, and food)
• Identify surgical site and mark with "C" when appropriate for laterality
• Review medical and surgical history
• Verify medications
• Review any prior adverse reactions to anesthesia (yourself or any relative)

Read our Same Day Surgery FAQ for answers to the most frequently asked questions.

If you have additional questions regarding Same Day Surgery, please call 732-836-4378.