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PAIN MANAGEMENT TREATMENT OPTIONS

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If you are looking for a pain relief doctor in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Plano area, please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

What Should I Expect From My First Appointment?

You will meet with Dr. Rodriguez and discuss your issues and concerns in full detail. At that time, you will help Dr. Rodriguez come up with a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan to best address your needs.

What Kind of Testing Should I Expect?

Many times, we are able to find answers with simple blood tests and urine samples. If necessary, Dr. Rodriguez will perform additional testing such as a CAT Scan, MRI, Discography, Myleogram, EMG, bone density tests or other imaging. This will always be discussed with you prior to being ordered.

How Often Do I Have to Come to the Office?

Dr. Rodriguez will create a follow up plan that is convenient specifically for your schedule.

What Insurances Does The Pain Relief Center Accept?

The Pain Relief Center takes all Private, UHC, BCBS, Cigna, Humana, & Aetna Insurance, including PPO & HMO with a referral. Medicare is only taken as a secondary insurance.

Will My Insurance Cover This Testing?

In many instances, insurance plans will cover some or all of the testing. For any costs that are not covered by insurance, Dr. Rodriguez offers a variety of payment options to fit every financial situation. These options will be made available to you prior to any testing or treatment.

Does The Pain Relief Center Accept Cash Payments?

The Pain Relief Center does not accept cash payments. The center also does not accept Medicaid.

PRE-PROCEDURE INSTRUCTIONS

Before Procedure

Nothing by mouth before the procedure including, juice, gum, mints, etc.

Morning Surgery

Do not eat or drink after midnight the night before your procedure. Brush teeth without swallowing water.

Afternoon Surgery

You may eat a light meal eight (8) hours and clear liquids six (6) hours prior to your procedure. Nothing by mouth at least six (6) hours prior to your procedure.

WHEN TO STOP MEDICATIONS AND/OR ALCOHOL PRIOR TO A PROCEDURE?

Alcohol

You may eat a light meal eight (8) hours and clear liquids six (6) hours prior to your procedure. Nothing by mouth at least six (6) hours prior to your procedure.

Coumadin

Coumadin must be stopped prior to your procedure.

You MUST consult with your prescribing physician for appropriate directions BEFORE stopping this medication.

Aspirin

Stop aspirin for seven (7) days prior to your scheduled procedure.

If you are taking aspirin for your heart, speak with your cardiologist BEFORE stopping this medication.

Insulin

Take 1/2 of your prescribed insulin dosages the morning of your procedure.

For afternoon procedures, drink 4-6 ounces of juice with morning insulin. Please bring insulin with you on the day of your procedure.

Other Prescribed Medications

Take your prescribed morning medications with a sip of water the day of your procedure.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DAY OF THE PROCEDURE

Pre-Operation

Check in one (1) hour before your procedure time.

Late arrival may necessitate cancellation.

ID and Insurance

Bring a picture I.D. and all applicable insurance cards (including co insurance).

Please check with your insurance company for deductible/ co payment amounts.

Ride

A Responsible Adult Companion MUST drive you home and aid in your care after your procedure.

Dress

Wear loose comfortable clothing. Do not wear eye contacts, please wear your glasses instead.

Belongings

Do not bring anything of value.

Sterility of procedure area

You should shower or bathe the evening before or the morning of your procedure.

TESTIMONIALS

"I have been to several pain specialists and suffer with chronic pain mainly from gout and back injury. Dr. Rodriguez has by far been successful in every area to manage my pain so I can have a quality life and be able to work pain free. I highly recommend him and the people who have wrote bad reviews about him have a problem of their own like always."

"I had my third epidural steroid injections done today and I wanted to thank the wonderful staff at Dr. Rodriguez’ office. The OR and post op nurses are great. This is a fantastic team who make you feel cared for and comfortable from the time you enter the facility. A big thumbs up to Dr. Rodriguez and nurses and others who help take the nervousness away with their great care and laughter. I am about 2 weeks out from my third shot and it has really helped. I am 1 out of 10 on the pain scale. Will be the first Christmas in 5 years that I’ve been able to go home almost pain free!"

"I’ve been seeing Dr. Rodriguez for a few months. It all started from nerve damage after a hip replacement and dislocation of the new prosthetic. Dr. Rodriguez was thorough in his original assessment. He always addressed my questions. My husband once joined me late for an appointment and Dr. Rodriguez turned and greeted him as well as went over information he just covered with me. I am 31 and had a spinal cord stimulator surgery a week ago since the trial showed great results."

TAKE ACTION

The most critical step on the path to recovery is finding a pain management doctor who can address your pain management needs successfully. The Pain Relief Center and its five specialized institutes are dedicated to meeting any and all of a patient’s needs. Located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Dr. Rodriguez and his friendly staff will help you along the path to recovery.

Our new center in Dallas is part of a nationwide development by Pain Relief Centers, geared to providing individualized and comprehensive healing and pain management services with unprecedented levels of compassion, care, and comfort for each patient.