Infusion Therapy / Pre-Admission Testing 

INFUSION THERAPY

Infusion Therapy is defined as the introduction of fluid other than blood into your vein, intravenously. Infusion Therapy is a way to administer drugs or nutrients that can not be taken by mouth.

Some  reasons for infusion therapy are dehydration, nutrition deficiencies, infections, diabetes, cancer and renal failure.

When providing IV therapy services, the pharmacist will work closely with your physician to monitor your condition and make adjustments. The staff will consult with you and your family while you need this therapy, providing education about your medication and the length of time you can expect to need it.

IV therapy may be a covered benefit under Medicare, Medicaid, the Veteran Administration (VA) or private insurance. Our business office will help you review various payment options and can bill your insurance carrier for covered IV pharmaceuticals service.

Infusion therapy includes all activities with the administration of fluids and medications, as well as injectable medications. 

Other services include

• Nursing care
• Patient assessment and evaluation
• Treatment plan development
• Patient and caregiver education and training
• PICC line insertion and maintenance

PRE ADMISSION TESTING

What is Pre Admission Testing(PAT)?

Before having your surgery or procedure, it is important that the operating room team and your physician have complete medical information on your condition. You will need to visit the pre admission testing office if you are scheduled for an operative procedure or a procedure that requires blood tests, an EKG, or X-rays. (The PAT) visit includes a review of your medical history and a nursing assessment. You will also receive information on pain management and preoperative information and instructions.

An anesthesia staff will take a short health history and discuss the different types of anesthesia that you can consider for your operation. You will sign the consent for anesthesia and have the opportunity to ask questions regarding anesthesia. Please inform the staff of any over the counter medication or herbal medication you are taking