The pre-admission appointment is a very important part of having surgery or
treatment at St. Rita's Medical Center. We want to be certain you are educated
and feel informed about the surgery or treatment you are having done.
Please feel free to ask questions. This appointment is your opportunity to
talk with trained, medical staff about your surgery or treatment and have it
explained to you in simple terms you will understand.
Thank you for choosing St. Rita's Medical center for your healthcare. Our
Pre-Admission Center will take information about your physical condition, find
out your needs and see if you are ready for your surgery or treatment.
During your visit, we can find out any health problems that may be important
to know for your surgery or treatment. By doing this before surgery, we can
make sure that these problems are taken care of by your doctor.
The following will happen at your pre-admission meeting:
- The Date and Tim of Your Surgery/Treatment will be Checked
- You will be Told Where and When to Check In the Day of Your Surgery/Treatment
- Your Insurance Information will be Checked
- Any Tests Your Doctor has Ordered will be Completed
- Your Complete Medical History will be Taken
- Instructions for Care Before/After the Surgery/Treatment will be Given
- Your Questions will be Answered
Knowing what to expect and what to do is important in a successful
surgery or treatment and getting well.
The Pre-Admission Center will call you to set-up an appointment. When coming
to your appointment:
- Allow One to Two Hours for Your Appointment
- Wear Comfortable Clothing
- Bring Your Insurance Cards
- Bring any Forms Your Doctor's Office Asks You to Fill Out
- Bring a List of Times You Have Been to the Hospital
- Bring a List of Any Allergies You Have
- Bring a List of any Medications You are Currently Taking
- Have a Family Member or Friend Come with You
If you have not been called within 48 hours of your surgery/treatment
date, please call (800) 232-7762, extension 9652 or (419) 226-9652.
Everyone at St. Rita's is pleased that you have chosen use for your healthcare.
The Pre-Admission Center is here to make sure your hospital stay is comfortable
and pleasant.
Please feel free to ask any questions. The medical staff will be able to explain
your surgery/treatment in terms you can understand. We care about you and want
you to be well informed about what you are having done.
If you have insurance, call the insurance company and make sure you are covered
for this treatment before coming to your appointment. Some companies need a
second opinion or other permissions before surgery/treatment.
If you need help with payment, we can assist you. Please call (419) 226-9314
or (800) 537-0058, extension 9314. The hours are Monday through Thursday from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
