Tombstone Tess 0 Posted November 20, 2020 I have just started the process. I was trying to get my surgery done at a mil base, but COVID quashed that. I am switching to the civilian side. I have my seminar scheduled for Dec, but I would like to get as much done before then as possible. Who needs to write for the cardiac check up? Is this something I should be talking with my PCM about, or does the gastro do that? My pcm isn't very reliable he referred me to someone who hasn't practiced here for 2 years. Any helpful hints would be very appreciated. Tess Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GradyCat 3,695 Posted November 20, 2020 Your PCP can refer you to a cardiologist for that approval. The gastro won't do that and the PCP probably won't (mine wouldn't). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZhiker 2,253 Posted November 20, 2020 My surgeon's office gave me the list of requirements, but I had to get them done. Where are you located in AZ and what surgeon are you using? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tombstone Tess 0 Posted November 20, 2020 4 hours ago, AZhiker said: My surgeon's office gave me the list of requirements, but I had to get them done. Where are you located in AZ and what surgeon are you using? I have the initial visit but it is 3 weeks out. They said they would give me the list then. It seems like for most offices they require roughly the same things, and they specific mentioned I will need the cardio exam. I am way down south, my dr is Chiasson. I have heard nothing but good things about him so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites