Patient Information

Patient Information for Surgery at SISC

The Southern Indiana Surgery Center takes pride in creating a pleasant surgical experience for our patients. We know that you may have questions about your visit, so we have added a list of patient information that we hope you will find helpful to guide you through your time at SISC.

Preparing for Surgery

Before Surgery

It is extremely important that you follow all preoperative instructions. Failure to follow any of these instructions may result in cancellation of your surgery. If you have questions, please contact your physician or a member of our staff. The following instructions will help you best prepare for your upcoming procedure:

Plan to arrive one hour before your scheduled surgery time unless otherwise directed by your physician
Notify your physician if there is a change in your physical condition, such as a cold, fever or respiratory problems
Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your procedure. This includes drinking water, eating mints and chewing gum
Talk with your physician about all current prescribed and over-the-counter medications, especially if you take aspirin or other blood thinners. Your physician may ask you to discontinue certain medications prior to your surgery date
Take a bath or shower the morning of the procedure
Complete all required blood work prior and pretesting, such as x-rays and EKGs, prior to the scheduled date of your procedure
Make arrangements with a friend or family member to stay with you during your procedure, drive you home and stay with you for 24 hours after surgery. Your surgery will be canceled and rescheduled if you fail to bring a responsible adult

Day of Surgery

You may have a lot on your mind the day of your procedure. Following these guidelines will ensure your surgical procedure is as stress-free as possible:

Bring a list of your current medications, your insurance card, your driver’s license and any co-pay or co-insurance with you on the day of your procedure
Wear loose, comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes
Do not wear jewelry, including body piercings and leave valuables at home
Do not wear make-up, perfume or cologne, lotion, fingernail or toenail polish, or contact lenses on the day of the procedure
If your child is having surgery, feel free to bring a favorite stuffed toy or security blanket
No more than two adult visitors per patient are allowed
A responsible adult must remain in the surgery center throughout your stay
A parent/guardian must remain in the surgery center throughout the minor child’s stay

After Surgery

Following surgery and an appropriate recovery time, your surgeon with consult with your family and a nurse will prepare you to go home. Follow these instructions for a successful recovery:

Adhere to the written postoperative instructions regarding diet, activities, and medications given to your responsible adult
Call your surgeon or go to the nearest hospital emergency room if you experience any problems
Plan to rest because you may experience drowsiness or dizziness for up to 24 hours
Wait 24 hours after surgery to drive or operate any equipment, sign important papers, make important decisions or drink alcoholic beverages

Billing Information

We appreciate your selecting Southern Indiana Surgery Center (SISC). SISC will complete all medical insurance claims for services provided. Applicable co-pay or co-insurance is due the day of the surgery. You will receive a separate bill from your surgeon and anesthesiologist. Please contact the business office for any questions regarding your bill and/or payment options.

Advance Directive

In an emergency, SISC will transfer you to the closest hospital, which will make the decisions to follow any advance directive or living will you may have. SISC does not honor a “do not resuscitate” directive. Learn more and find forms to prepare an advance directive at the Indiana State Department of Health.