Cardiac Clearance

[mariec 1]

I'm wondering if anybody had to get a cardiac clearance prior to surgery??

[CheckYes 46]

I had an EKG and a chest xray but that's it. My primary care physician did both.

[Jess55 97]

Yes, I had to get an echocardiogram, dress EKG, EKG and chest x-ray. Not sure why, I'm 28 with no history of cardiac disease

[mandy J. 1]

Yes. I had to get an EKG, and a chest x-ray.

[phatgirl 2011 1]

Yes I did all that, but my pcp set me up for a stress test. Wonder why. I also don't have any pre existing conditions or illnesses so I don't know what to make of it. But he said dont worry. I trust him.

[Papillon Princess 13]

Yep, echo, ekg, and stress test. This is required by some insurance companies and many surgeons. Just a safety precaution (regardless of history or age...i'm 23 w/no heart issues).

[phatgirl 2011 1]

Im already clear with my insurance. Im approved already. My pcp is requesting it before he clears me.

[sandy1 1]

I did! Had to take a stress test and echo cardiogram (an ultra sound of the heart). Every thing worked out for me and will for you too!

[phatgirl 2011 1]

Thanks sooooo much Sandi

[phatgirl 2011 1]

Thanks so much Sandi

[NewStart95987 35]

Different surgeons & different insurances= Different Requirements

I had an EKG & chest x-rays (standard from my understanding) and a bi-lateral leg doplar because of my past history of blood clots. I'll find out about my liquid diet today and go in for surgery on June 9th.

I have seen people who end up with NO liquid diet before surgery and people with a month of liquids before! It's all based on your doctor and THEIR protocal. It's crazy to me seeing all the requirements for some people and others not so much. You would think it would be very similar for everyone.