Frequently Asked Questions
HOW DO I SCHEDULE SURGERY?
Contact us to schedule a consultation.
Connect with your Patient Navigator to confirm your surgical plan and select a date.
WHERE ARE SURGERIES PERFORMED?
At our Quad A certified outpatient TLC Surgical Center.
Our best-in-class surgical staff will ensure your safety and smooth recovery.
HOW LONG WILL I BE IN LOS ANGELES?
Please plan to be with us for 10 days.
Your pre-operative appointment will be scheduled for the day before your surgery.
WHERE WILL I STAY?
We are affiliated with hotels in the area who offer special rates to our patients.
DO I NEED TO RENT A CAR?
You will not be able to drive during your postoperative stay.
DO I NEED A CARETAKER?
We strongly recommend that you are accompanied by a caretaker over the age of 18.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER SURGERY?
You will be in recovery for approximately one hour before you are discharged.
Please plan to spend at least one night at an aftercare facility.
WHAT ABOUT POSTOPERATIVE APPOINTMENTS?
We will need to see you for a minimum of three (3) post-op appointments before you are cleared to go home.
HOW LONG WILL MY RECOVERY TAKE?
Please allow a minimum of two weeks post-surgery before returning to work and moderate daily activities.
HOW LONG DO I WAIT UNTIL MY NEXT SURGERY?
As long as you have optimal healing, your next surgery may be scheduled four (4) to six (6) months after the previous one.
HOW CAN I PAY FOR MY SURGERIES?
We accept cash, credit cards, wire transfers, CareCredit, Alphaeon and Lending USA.
DOES TLC TAKE INSURANCE?
Our insurance team will work with you to attain coverage for your surgeries as long as your policy is a PPO. We are not able to pursue coverage if you have a different type of policy, Medicare, or Medicaid.