JUNE Update on COVID-19 safety
We are pleased to announce the RESUMPTION of ELECTIVE SURGERIES AND PROCEDURES.
Here at Premier Orthopaedic Associates of Southern New Jersey, our top priority continues to be the safety of our patients and staff. We are following the recommendations of state and national agencies with regards to extraordinary precautions to ensure that we provide a safe environment for all of our patients, while we continue to provide you the orthopaedic care you’ve come to expect.
We have resumed elective orthopaedic procedures and surgeries. Our surgical coordinators are working diligently to schedule elective procedures and will contact you as soon as possible. Please be aware that we are taking extra measures to ensure the health & safety of patients during appointments and procedures. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we recover during this crisis.
PREMIER ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES offices remain open with a phased in approach to re-opening additional locations over the next month. We continue to offer Telemedicine to patients who meet the criteria for continued care via Tele Visits.
We continue to perform extraordinary precautionary measures for the safety of our patients, staff and their families to include:
1. All patient subject to temperature checks on arrival
2. No vital signs will be obtained during office visits
3. All staff continue to undergo temperature checks before clocking into work daily
4. Family members, caregivers and drivers will be asked to wait in cars and will be contacted by phone when the patient is ready to leave
5. Procedure and surgical patients require COVID-19 testing and standard protocols prior to procedures
6. No exchange of pens, handshakes, or contact of any kind other than physician exam by medical provider
7. All magazines removed from common areas
We continue to adhere to CDC and NJDOH guidelines while continuing to services our patients and communities during this difficult time. If you receive a call or text from our office, it may be to reschedule your appointment, schedule your testing, procedure, surgery or review your treatment options over the phone. Please do not hesitate to contact us call/text 856-690-1616 or reach us on the web at poasnj.com with any questions or concerns regarding your treatment, as we continue to strive to provide you the best orthopaedic care during this pandemic.
We thank you for your help as we ensure everyone's safety!
Tele-Visits at Premier Orthopaedic Associates
What is a Tele-Visit?
A Tele-Visit is when our physician uses technology to care for you without a face-to-face appointment. During your Tele-Visit you and your orthopaedic provider will see and talk with each other using a computer or smart device (smartphone or tablet). Your orthopaedic provider will be able to check how you’re doing, diagnose any problems you have, and come up with a treatment plan for you through a video Tele-Visit. Your video won’t be recorded or saved.
What are the benefits of Tele-Visits?
One of the main benefits of Tele-Visits is to bring medical care to you in the safety and comfort of your home or office. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this is just another way Premier Orthopaedic’s is doing our part to maintain the quality care we provide and the safety of our patients. Many people say Tele-Visits are like being right in their doctor’s office. Almost all people are happy with the program and find the quality of care through Tele-Visits to be very effective and efficient.
Will my information stay private?
Yes. Tele-Visits meet the strict standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This means your privacy is protected just like all your visits with your healthcare providers. Premier Orthopaedic Associates works with one of the top technology providers in the industry, to ensure your Tele-Visit is private and secure. We will document the visit in your medical record the same way as if your appointment was in person.
How Will my Tele-Visit Work?
We will know ahead of time, if you are a candidate for a Tele-Visit. If so, we will schedule a Tele-Visit appointment time, just as we would for an in-office visit appointment. It is best to have your Tele-Visit from your smart phone or tablet. However, your personal computer with web cam will also work. Our operators will provide you with step-by-step instructions for your Tele-Visit. Many exams can be done during a Tele-Visit. If needed, your orthopaedic provider may ask you to move a part of your body, so they can see range of motion or if you have pain.