What Actually Happened at the Pre-Op

Some of you might find knowing what actually happened at my pre-op visit to be of use, so here is a recap of what I did, who I saw, and what we talked about.

First, I saw an account person in the actual clinic area who verified my insurance.

I had my blood drawn for a CBC count only.

Then I walked to the hospital and talked to the patient account rep, who basically pre-admitted me to the hospital.  She verified my demographic information: where I work, marital status, race, language, etc.  She had my bracelets and a bunch of paperwork in a folder, which she gave to me to give to the nurse who I talked to next.

I'm not sure if this woman was THE nurse or her assistant but she asked me about health history, past surgeries, my diet, any religious or cultural beliefs, what to bring and what to leave at home, and told me where to go and what is going to happen on Monday.  I will see the anesthesiologist and Dr. S before they take me in.