Q: How far in advance do I need to schedule my yearly well women appointment?
A: Provider schedules are usually open about 3 months in advance. Please call early to ensure we can find an appointment that suits you.
Q: Should I bring my records from my previous doctor's office?
A: Yes! If you are transferring for gynecologic or pregnancy, your records are very important for your care. You may contact your prior provider and allow them to release information to you or directly to our practice.
Q: How long do I have to wait for my Pap smear and/or other laboratory/pathology results?
A: Most pap smears results are typically available to our office within 1-2 weeks. Laboratory tests are often available within a few business days but some specific tests may take longer. Biopsies usually take five to seven business days to return to the office. We strongly recommend that you discuss with your health care provider how they would like you to arrange follow-up discussion for any of these tests. Your provider may choose to release normal results electronically to you through the MyPennMedicine Patient Portal if you are enrolled.
Q: I had a vaginal/urine culture done in the office, how long do I have to wait for my results?
A: Cultures are generally available within 2-4 business days. We strongly recommend that you discuss with your health care provider how they would like you to arrange follow-up discussion for any of these tests. Your provider may choose to release normal results electronically to you through the MyChart by myPennMedicine Patient Portal if you are enrolled.
Q: How long do I have to wait for my Mammogram results?
A: Mammograms are usually available within the week. By law the radiology centers must send patients a report of their mammogram. Since women get mammograms for different reasons we strongly recommend that you discuss with your health care provider how they would like you to arrange follow-up discussion for this test. Your provider may choose to release normal results electronically to you through the MyPennMedicine Patient Portal if you are enrolled.
Q: How soon can my surgery be scheduled?
A: This varies depending on the level of urgency that is assigned. Although most surgeries are not emergencies, your surgery will be scheduled as soon as possible. The actual date will depend on your schedule, your physician's schedule, and operating room availability. If you have a problem with your scheduled surgery date, please contact our Surgical Coordinator at 610-903-6200.
Q: Who will pre-certify my upcoming surgery?
A: Our Surgical Coordinator will contact your insurance plan to pre-certify and verify your insurance benefits.
Q: When and where do I need to get my preoperative lab work done?
A: This will be determined by your insurance carrier and your date of surgery. For specifics please contact our surgical coordinator (Phone 610-903-6200, or email surgical@afwmedicine.com)
Q: How can I contact the Surgical Coordinator?
A: By phone or by email at surgical@afwmedicine.com or at 610-903-6200.