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I Need A Colonoscopy,and, Want Some Inpatient Care, Not, An Outpatient Procedure As My Cardiologist Wants.

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New Jersay, NJ

I’m on blood thinner, Warfarin, have had a problem with blood clots before in my artificial valve. This occurred after a colonoscopy and a D&C, 12 years ago. I’m 72 yrs. old, now, and obese. I’ve had no hospitalizations in 11 years, since the last open heart surgery. I feel I need a few days to regulate blood thinner correctly, and, not with, at home Lomanax shots into my stomach. My doctor is refusing inpatient care, for a few days, despite my history, age and other factors with my heart… read more

July 21 (edited)
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Hi, is your cardiologist insisting on inpatient?. What is the real reason to have it done as inpatient? Inpatient is the same as outpatient but you stay overnight. Then go home the next day. You are not out that long for the procedure. About 20 or 25 minutes. Good luck. Hugs

July 21
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I live in Franklin. Pennsylvania. My cardiologist comes to Franklin once a month. He comes from Erie, Pennsylvania

July 22
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I would talk to your cardiologist about this.

July 21
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

If you're considering a colonoscopy, it's important to check whether the facility is in-network with your insurance. Hospitals tend to charge more for procedures like colonoscopies. You might want to ask your physician if they can refer you to a stand-alone, independent facility, an outpatient surgical center, or another Show Full Answer

If you're considering a colonoscopy, it's important to check whether the facility is in-network with your insurance. Hospitals tend to charge more for procedures like colonoscopies. You might want to ask your physician if they can refer you to a stand-alone, independent facility, an outpatient surgical center, or another non-hospital location where costs are more manageable. This could help reduce your medical bills significantly.

July 21

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