Recovery depends on the condition being treated, many times recovery is dependent on your rehab. Please see our tab on specific injuries to understand your recovery better and what actions are needed to recover quicker.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start driving again?
Muscle function, coordination, stage of healing, and current medication use are all considerations when releasing a patient to drive. Your provider will help make this decision based on your circumstances and health.
Can I drive home after surgery?
No. You must have a driver to take you home.
What do I need to do prior to my surgery?
The surgery schedulers will provide you with information as to what needs to be done before surgery. This includes but not limited to lab work, primary care visits for pre-op clearance, fitting of braces, etc.
Do I have to contact my insurance prior to surgery?
No. While it is helpful to be proactive, when we schedule your surgery we will contact your insurance to gain approval. However, it is imperative that you provide us with your most current and updated insurance information.
What is the best way to ask my provider a question?
One of the very best ways is to utilize our patient portal. Just visit the “Patient Portal” tab on the navigation bar of our site and complete the setup steps.
- Visit https://10620.portal.athenahealth.com
- Set up your patient portal account with an email and password
- Make payments, ask questions, and get answers to inquiries