Pre-op tests?

[gettinalife 0]

What types of testing is done prior to surgery? Is it different for everyone? Thanks, jj

[mattie7632 24]

I had to have labs, an EKG, and an Upper GI-barium swallow. It was all done in one morning. It may vary per doctor, but I bet they all require the upper GI--

[Humming Bird 275]

It is different with every surgeon and insurance company. I had none. Zero. No pre-op tests at all.

[Linnielady 4]

It's really up to your insurance company and whatever your surgeon whats besides the insurance company. I had to have 6 months of nutritional education, barium swallow test, sleep apnea test, psych test and exercise counseling. I am so happy my insurance had me do all these things. I went in with both eyes open and an so happy I have made this decision. I am 9 days post op and am thrilled so far. I wish you luck and happiness in 2011. From Sunny Florida

[cheryl2586 3,053]

Labs, upper GI, stress test, sleep study, chest xray

[GavynsMum 1]

My insurance, Tricare, does not require any testing or diet. My surgeon's clinic is a Center of Excellence so all patients have to have 6 month diet, blood work, approval from primary physician, EGD, EKG, two week preop diet, and pulmonary tests. He may also require other tests if needed. I think it really depends on the patient, insurance, and surgeon.

[CheckYes 46]

I was self- pay. I only had an EKG, blood draw and a chest xray (which was ordered because I had quit smoking eighteen months prior).