Surgery

Once you have decided to have surgery, the doctor will need to write orders to specify the procedure and any tests you may need prior to surgery. Our office has surgery coordinators to assist you with all appointments related to your surgery.

Depending on the type of surgery and your medical history will determine where your surgery will be performed. The majority of our outpatient surgeries are done at the Rocky Mountain Surgical Center . All of our inpatient surgeries are done at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital.

We can assist you with the billing of your insurance. However, it is your responsibility to contact your insurance company. We encourage our patients to contact their insurance company prior to any surgery to verify eligibility, coverage, and pre-authorization requirements.

If you have any questions, regarding your upcoming surgery, please contact our surgery coordinators at 406-587-0122.

After Surgery

Do not drive, make any important decisions, or sign legal papers for 24 hours after surgery. The anesthesia will make you sleepy and cause impaired judgment.

Take pain medication as directed.

Drink as much fluids as you can tolerate.

Swelling, bruising and pain -
Swelling, bruising and mild to moderate pain is normal after any surgery. If you are experience sever swelling & bruising, and pain that cannot be controlled with your pain medication please call our office at 587-0122 ans ak to speak with a physician assistant.

When do I get my stitches or staples out?
Stitches and staples normally come out between 6-14 days after surgery depending on the type of surgery you have had. Your post-operative appointment date and time will be on the appointment worksheet that was given to you.