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How soon can I schedule an appointment? How soon can I schedule an Appointment?Most appointments can be scheduled within 24hrs of your phone call. (No weekend appointments) Appointments may be delayed if the physician is out of the office or there is a specific health condition to be considered. <Top of page
What to Expect at Your First VisitPlease arrive 15-30 mins before your scheduled appointment. If you have not pre-registered, you will be asked to fill out your registration forms. If you faxed or emailed your forms ahead of time, we will use this time to double check for accuracy and gather any missing information. (Please bring your original copy to your appointment) Co-payments, co-insurance and deductibles will be collected at the end of your appointment. After registration, you will be taken to an examination room, where you will give your medical history and explain your knee injury or condition. Next, you will be examined and consult with your physician to determine the best course of action for your knee. If you need therapy, you will work with your physician and a physical therapist or athletic trainer to develop your personal rehabilitation protocol. (If surgery is necessary, you will be asked to schedule a return appointment accompanied by a caregiver. Your pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative procedures will be explained to you and your caregiver) <Top of pagePlease remember to bring the following to your appointment:
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CaregiversYour caregiver can be anyone you choose who can stay with you for the time required by your proceedure and post-operative care.If surgery is needed, you will be asked to schedule another appointment and have your caregiver accompany you to this appointment. You and your caregiver will receive information and explanations regarding your therapy, surgical procedure and post-operative care. Depending on your surgical procedure, your caregiver will need to be with you for a couple of days to a week after surgery* *Total Knee replacement caregiver times may be longer and will be determined on an individual basis. <Top of page |
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