Question:
Required tests

   — Teresa G. (posted on March 17, 2001)

March 17, 2001
Teresa, Each doctor requires different things from each patient depending upon medical history. Also, insurers often require their own pre-op testing. Almost all doctors and insurance companies require blood work and a psych evaluation. My doctor also requires an endoscopy. My step father (Post op 10/00) had to be cleared by a pulmonologist and have a sleep apnea test. So, each one of us is different.
   — Jeannet

March 17, 2001
Jeanne is right - it depends on one's condition. But for an idea ... I am having a pulmonary function test, the chemical equivalent of a treadmill stress test, an ekg, an abdominal ultrasound, and some blood work. Sounds like a really "fun" day, doesn't it?
   — Mary H.