How to Get Pre-Op Telehealth Medical Clearance Without Leaving Home

Your surgeon needs medical clearance before your procedure. That doesn't have to mean another trip across town. MyPreOp delivers board-certified preoperative clearance entirely over video, from scheduling through final documentation to your surgical team.

Here's exactly how the process works and what makes it different from the traditional route.

In this guide:

1. What pre-op clearance actually involves

2. How to complete your clearance virtually, step by step

3. What to have ready before your video visit

4. How virtual clearance compares to the traditional process

5. What happens after your clearance is complete

1. What Pre-Op Clearance Actually Involves

Pre-op clearance is a medical evaluation your surgical team requires before you go under anesthesia. A physician reviews your health history, checks your medications, and determines whether you're safe to proceed. If testing is needed (lab work, imaging, or an EKG), it gets ordered at this stage.

It's required for most procedures involving sedation or general anesthesia. The type of clearance your surgeon needs depends on your health profile and the complexity of the procedure.

2. How to Complete Your Clearance Virtually, Step by Step

MyPreOp follows the same clinical standards as an in-person preoperative evaluation. The difference is that every part of the process happens over video or from home.

Most patients complete their video visit within 48 hours of booking.

3. What to Have Ready Before Your Video Visit

Getting a few things together ahead of time makes your visit faster and helps your physician give you the most accurate evaluation.

You don't need everything perfectly organized. Your physician will guide you through what's needed during the visit.

4. How Virtual Clearance Compares to the Traditional Process

Traditional preoperative clearance typically requires two or more separate appointments: one with a physician and at least one more for any testing. According to MyPreOp's surgery cancellation data, patients without structured preoperative evaluation face cancellation rates as high as 20%, compared to 3% for those who complete virtual pre-op clearance.

Research also supports the difference in outcomes. A peer-reviewed study found a 0.9% day-of-surgery cancellation rate among patients who completed formal preoperative assessment, compared to an 18% global average across all settings.

5. What Happens After Your Clearance Is Complete

Once your physician finalizes your evaluation, your clearance package is sent directly to your surgeon's office. It includes the physician's evaluation, diagnostic results, and any relevant perioperative guidance.

If something comes up during your evaluation that needs to be addressed before surgery, your physician communicates that to your surgical team and helps coordinate next steps. If a cardiology consult is needed, MyPreOp's in-house cardiologists are typically available within hours.

What's included in your clearance package:

• Physician evaluation summary

• Diagnostic test results (labs, EKG, imaging)

• Medication review and management notes

• Risk stratification findings

• Perioperative guidance for your surgical team

Your surgeon's office receives everything they need to move forward. You don't have to follow up or transfer paperwork yourself.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider regarding your specific medical situation. MyPreOp is a virtual service providing telehealth preoperative evaluations. Individual results and experiences may vary.