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I received a bill from a doctor
I did not see why?
Sometimes your doctor orders laboratory testing; X-rays
and other imaging services in order to determine a diagnosis.
These tests are sent to physician specialists for analysis and
opinions, and you may not see these doctors. You will receive
as bill directly from these physicians for the studies. Should
you have any questions about the physicians’ bills, please
contact their offices directly.
What if I get more than
one bill?
You may pay your bill to our Ward Clerks by coming to
the hospital to pay directly to one of them. We accept American
Express, MasterCard, Discover, Visa, cash, check or money order.
Insurance
What insurance information
should I bring upon my visit to the hospital as an in patient?
Please bring your insurance card to your visit. If you
have any secondary insurance information, it is important to provide
this information as well upon registration.
How will I know if my
insurance company has paid my bill?
You should receive an explanation of benefits from your
insurance carrier outlining how your claim was handled, including
amount of payment, patient responsibility and/or denials. If there
is a balance due from you, we will contact you immediately
Do I need to let
my insurance company know I am going to be in the hospital?
We encourage you to check with your insurance provider
prior to your hospital visit. Some insurance carriers require
pre- authorization or referral forms prior to the day of surgery
or tests. It is the patient’s responsibility to know whether
or not they need to obtain pre-authorization or referral for their
surgery or tests. Some insurance providers will not pay for certain
services, unless the service is pre-authorized.
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