{"id":302,"date":"2012-06-18T16:53:03","date_gmt":"2012-06-18T16:53:03","guid":{"rendered":"\/strand_gi\/?page_id=302"},"modified":"2021-04-01T15:04:34","modified_gmt":"2021-04-01T19:04:34","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.strandgi.com\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='av-layout-grid-1'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-jsxntwum-14f103616bfc762f29830a4aa33a5830 entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_layout_row  avia-builder-el-first  av-small-hide av-mini-hide container_wrap sidebar_right'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-jsxnmcte-791f50ee0fd6efe64d0b990ce85cec1f\">\n.flex_cell.av-jsxnmcte-791f50ee0fd6efe64d0b990ce85cec1f{\nvertical-align:top;\nbackground:url(https:\/\/www.strandgi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/header5-1.jpg) 50% 50% no-repeat scroll 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class='flex_column av-27yyu3-e2c83397f479acdf4b5695f953d7ed83 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-9  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-av_heading-1f02678f7beb2fc6b3083dff93f8e34d\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-1f02678f7beb2fc6b3083dff93f8e34d{\npadding-bottom:40px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-1f02678f7beb2fc6b3083dff93f8e34d .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-av_heading-1f02678f7beb2fc6b3083dff93f8e34d .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-av_heading-1f02678f7beb2fc6b3083dff93f8e34d av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-10  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-linked-heading'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Cancellation Policy<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='flex_column_table av-dk7gwr-5eedbcee667bdb11c1833406f05014d2 sc-av_one_full av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-dk7gwr-5eedbcee667bdb11c1833406f05014d2\">\n@keyframes av_boxShadowEffect_av-dk7gwr-5eedbcee667bdb11c1833406f05014d2-column {\n0%   { box-shadow:  0 0 0 0 #cecece; opacity: 1; }\n100% { box-shadow:  0 0 10px 0 #cecece; opacity: 1; }\n}\n.flex_column.av-dk7gwr-5eedbcee667bdb11c1833406f05014d2{\nbox-shadow: 0 0 10px 0 #cecece;\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:20px 20px 20px 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-dk7gwr-5eedbcee667bdb11c1833406f05014d2 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-top shadow-not-animated  column-top-margin'     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173{\npadding-bottom:5px;\nfont-size:30px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:30px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-av_heading-497deed5b590d2ba1f917e6889d52173 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-12  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size av-linked-heading'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Strand GI Associates<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-bcbye3-34c67180e751d7ff38e1cccc587b5d81 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>How to Cancel your Appointment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you need to cancel your appointment, please provide 24 hours notice to us so that we can provide other patients with an appointment. This time will be reallocated to patients with an urgent need. Please call 843-449-3381 and press option 1 then option 2 for existing patient appointments. You may need to leave a detailed message including your name, date of birth, and appointment date and time.<\/p>\n<p>Late cancellations will be considered as a no-show.<\/p>\n<p><strong>No-Show Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A no-show is someone who misses an appointment without canceling.\u00a0 No-shows inconvenience those individuals who need access to medical care in a timely manner.<\/p>\n<p>Failure to present at the scheduled appointment time will be recorded in the\u00a0patient\u2019s medical record and tracked.\u00a0 Please note that three no-shows will terminate your relationship with the physician and you will have to find another physician for your gastroenterology care.<\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Effective June 1, 2021 we will charge $35 for no-shows and late cancellations for office visits and $150 for endoscopic procedure appointments.<br \/>\nThis amount must be paid before another appointment will be scheduled.<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. 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Statements may be sent by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The physician who performed the procedure<\/li>\n<li>The endoscopy\/ambulatory surgery center where you had the procedure<\/li>\n<li>A pathologist\/laboratory, if a biopsy of a polyp or tissue sample was needed<\/li>\n<li>Anesthetist, if anesthesia services were provided during your procedure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-m3gt2-d81ba997002e84005c14ea6318bbeafe'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-2' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-2'>How much will my visit or procedure cost?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-2' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>The cost for your visit or procedure will depend on what service(s) you receive. The cost of procedures will have additional cost including physician fees, anesthesia, and pathology; please contact 843-492-2733 for more information.<\/p>\n<p>You may request a quote for the facility (Strand GI Endoscopy Center) fee from our Patient Account Representative at 843-.839-2582.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-58xm9a-a59432c1c492812ff758eaf1bfc86823'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-3' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-3'>Screening vs. Diagnostic Colonoscopy<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-3' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>If you are not experiencing any symptoms (including, but not limited to, diarrhea, rectal bleeding or abdominal pain), which lead your doctor to recommend a colonoscopy, then your procedure is likely to be considered a screening procedure. However, if you have at least one symptom or complaint, the procedure can no longer be considered screening due to insurance guidelines. Please remember each insurance plan has different guidelines. For questions regarding YOUR insurance benefits, please contact your insurance carrier. Here are some questions to ask of them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Do I have screening or preventive care benefits?<\/li>\n<li>Is there a benefit cap on my screening or preventive care benefits? If so, what is it?<\/li>\n<li>Will my colonoscopy be covered under my screening or preventive benefits?<\/li>\n<li>My colonoscopy will be performed at an ambulatory surgery center (ASC). Are associated facility charges covered under my screening or preventive benefits? If not, what out-of-pocket expenses might I incur?<\/li>\n<li>What benefits do I have for pathology and lab charges? Are these covered under my screening or preventive benefits?<\/li>\n<li>What benefits do I have if my colonoscopy is not considered screening?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-r4ln2-e64d5fd2d694ccc32757355c6ccf4f83'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-4' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-4'>My insurance plan told me that you coded my procedure incorrectly and they won\u2018t pay. Why won\u2019t you change my diagnosis (ICD) code?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-4' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Strand GI Endoscopy Center strives to be consistent and compliant with the federal coding regulations set forth. We are not able to change coded charges in order to manipulate payment methodologies set forth by insurance companies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4tnlby-1f9a0847d3d1d6c4c013f5987b027117\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-4tnlby-1f9a0847d3d1d6c4c013f5987b027117{\nheight:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-4tnlby-1f9a0847d3d1d6c4c013f5987b027117 hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-20  el_after_av_toggle_container  el_before_av_heading '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-huvr2-e816d4b08756fcb47fe3af71b6d3a759\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-huvr2-e816d4b08756fcb47fe3af71b6d3a759{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-huvr2-e816d4b08756fcb47fe3af71b6d3a759 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-huvr2-e816d4b08756fcb47fe3af71b6d3a759 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-huvr2-e816d4b08756fcb47fe3af71b6d3a759 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-21  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_toggle_container '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Billing Questions<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='togglecontainer av-4mnbji-0c85415ae7506160b9c13faf6ddd64f9  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_hr  toggle_close_all' >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-gf86m-acb6715a9973b2450c3698426ebfd2a6'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-5' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-5'>Should I bring my insurance information with me on procedure day?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-5' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, please bring your health insurance card(s) and a photo ID.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-468qqm-16cd5e6b59a9ba79a3e300691e469d5f'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-6' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-6'>Why is there more than one charge for my endoscopic procedure?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-6' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>When a procedure is performed, there will be charges for the physician\u2019s service, as well as a facility charge. There will also be charges for the anesthesiologist and possibly from the pathology group associated with the facility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-42jxvi-2b923ab64e0684b6a66ff48461a1e2e5'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-7' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-7'>Will I receive a separate bill for pathology?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-7' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>You may receive a separate bill for pathology depending upon your insurance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-3ucrby-9088288a938407096332a2accb81a781'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-8' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-8'>Should I call my insurance company to let them know about the procedure?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-8' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>It is your responsibility to call your insurance company to confirm coverage of your procedure and that your precertification number (if required) is on file. Precertification does not guarantee payment of services have been reviewed for medical necessity. If your question is not listed here, please do not hesitate to phone us at (843) 839-2581 or (843) 839-2582.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3praji-d7da1b772d1a32b26d3a84448d1af12a\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-3praji-d7da1b772d1a32b26d3a84448d1af12a{\nheight:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-3praji-d7da1b772d1a32b26d3a84448d1af12a hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-23  el_after_av_toggle_container  el_before_av_heading '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-bju52-bc18fcb72346e211fa1f25ba62a0467c\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-bju52-bc18fcb72346e211fa1f25ba62a0467c{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-bju52-bc18fcb72346e211fa1f25ba62a0467c .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-bju52-bc18fcb72346e211fa1f25ba62a0467c .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-bju52-bc18fcb72346e211fa1f25ba62a0467c av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-24  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_toggle_container '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Clinical Questions<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='togglecontainer av-c2m2e-d003bfb65e9e992356aceb978840db49  avia-builder-el-25  el_after_av_heading  avia-builder-el-last  toggle_close_all' >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-389ona-db369bc3451ec07b6643383593f2fcb8'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-9' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-9'>Is there any way that I can make the prep taste better?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-9' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>You can try sucking on hard candy or a lemon or lime. You can rinse your mouth with mouthwash or water. Also you may add lemonade Crystal Light into the mixture.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-32l3oe-dd397569c189fb3488ae1a004ee5b7d7'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-10' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-10'>Why avoid red or orange liquids?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-10' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Red or orange liquid can temporarily stain the colon and possibly impair the exam.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-2xuu1q-558af7089f040edfb7e42ae9d1f9dbf6'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-11' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-11'>One of the medications I was instructed to take the morning of the procedure is red. Can I take it? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-11' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Medications for blood pressure, heart conditions, and seizures should be taken the morning for your exam regardless of the color.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-9wvge-d6eab8baf83dac2651eb57a123cec8bf'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-12' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-12'>I feel like vomiting and don\u2019t think I can drink any more. What should I do? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-12' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>It is important that you continue drinking the solution if at all possible. Without a clean bowel, the doctor will not be able to see the inside of your colon to complete the examination. If you do vomit, wait 30 minutes, and begin drinking the solution again. If not improved, call us (if after hours contact the physician on call number 449-3381). Have a phone number of a pharmacy that is open, in case we need to call in a prescription.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-2jald2-15d2b933fc5eda858259c70df96fdc5c'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-13' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-13'>I drank a lot of the solution and haven\u2019t gone to the bathroom yet. What should I do?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-13' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Keep drinking. Most people have a bowel movement after an hour; some patients may take 2 hours or longer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-2h1ojy-ef07974f8a5d3636831f3357f3169705'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-14' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-14'>I am taking the prep and am now having loose, watery stools. Do I still need to drink the rest of the prep? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-14' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, you may have solid stool higher in the colon that needs to be eliminated.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-29ixn2-0854e62794e075fc39105540c743eddc'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-15' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-15'>I already have diarrhea before taking the prep, do I still have to take the laxative?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-15' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, you must take the prep as directed by your doctor.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-7eq32-47de3d45ab452f3ba0189e33403b97e6'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-16' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-16'>I see yellow color in the toilet bowl and a few flecks. What do I do? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-16' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>If you have drank the entire solution or if your last bowel movements were clear enough that you were able to see the bottom of the toilet, you should be fine. It is OK if you have some flecks of material. The yellow color is a result of bile that normally colors feces. This shouldn\u2019t interfere with the examination.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-1ue14m-e22f8de0b223cc227ba34f2f16657e5f'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-17' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-17'>My bottom is so sore. What can I do?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-17' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Avoid rubbing when cleaning the area. Gently pat with a wet washcloth. Apply VaselineTM, Preparation HTM, or DesitinTM liberally.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-1p10tq-b4ec67bdc7fd59daec4a550f2ff45a17'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-18' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-18'>Why do I need a driver? Why can\u2019t I take a taxi home? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-18' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>The sedation you are given makes it unsafe for your to operate a vehicle or any type of machinery. You need a trustworthy individual to ensure that you make it into your home safely. In addition, you need someone that we can give instructions to after the procedure since you will most likely not be able to remember these after anesthesia.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-1ku9cu-d395d4919662e9efb6aa0bc44d8a08d3'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-19' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-19'>Does the person who will be driving me home after my procedure need to stay while I\u2019m having the procedure done?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-19' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, following the procedure, the physician will speak with the family member\/driver with your permission.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-57fx2-2642d3e38cec900aed4900cd4150cdcc'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-20' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-20'>Can I chew gum or suck on candy? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-20' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, but nothing with a soft center or red color.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-173aom-e09c57af75b8acc79b01754680392bb5'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-21' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-21'>Can I brush my teeth?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-21' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Please do.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-3op8m-d560d764d648e69a8dea7705a714e92a'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-22' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-22'>Can I wear my dentures? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-22' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, you may wear your dentures to the endoscopy suite. However, you may be asked to remove them prior to the procedure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-w2ck6-1f9a12723d091710d3dd7b35c2f5ec53'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-23' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-23'>Can I have the colonoscopy done if I am on my menstrual period? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-23' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, the procedure can still be performed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-sq6xy-b2389277ba488186940e9e732ca6798a'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-24' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-24'>Can I wear my jewelry and rings? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-24' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>You need to remove all jewelry except wedding rings in the event of possible cauterization during your procedure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-1v8ra-d44b6bc2b2ce15e40a89a2ba2c31ce3e'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-25' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-25'>What should I wear on the day of my procedure?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-25' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Wear clothing that is casual and easy to put on and take off. Socks can be worn because the clinical area remains cool.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-d5lm6-24b11c6104c9e3798dfa5d45389087ba'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-26' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-26'>How long will I be at the Endoscopy Center? <span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-26' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>The total time allowed for your procedure visit should be 2 hours.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-ak33q-c64ab5b7e4892844d3f89ff6ddf5c3d7'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-27' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-27'>Can I drink alcoholic beverages?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-27' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Alcohol is a blood thinner. 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