Digestive Specialists, P.A.
Telephone (239) 561-7337Fax (239) 561-0244
Financial Policy
Insurance:
Digestive Specialists, PA participates in most insurance plans. We will try to assist you in accessing your insurance coverage information. However, it is your responsibility to understand any benefits limitations, restrictions or authorization requirements. Insurance benefits rarely cover all services or pay entire balances. You will be expected to pay for the following at the time of service; co-pays, deductibles and any co-insurance amounts, and non-covered services.
Medicare:
Digestive Specialists, PA participates with Medicare. We will file a claim with your secondary insurance as a courtesy. You will be responsible for any co-payments and deductibles. If Medicare is not your primary insurance, please inform the receptionist.
Self Pay:
Payment is expected at the time of service.
Workers Compensation & Accidents:
Digestive Specialists, PA does not participate in Florida Workers Compensation or Accidental Injury insurance claims.
Appointments:
Appointments are confirmed 24 hours in advance. If you are unable to keep your appointment, we require 24 hours advance notice. There is a $100.00fee for not showing up for a new office appointment or procedure and $50.00 fee for not showing for a follow-up appointment.
Telephone Calls:
Non-emergency after hours or weekend calls may incur a phone consultation charge. Phone consultations may incur a charge, especially if you request this in lieu of an office appointment. There are no charges for calling for lab or x-ray results, during working hours.
Billing:
Co-pays and co-insurances are due at the time services are rendered. If payment is not made at the time of the visit, Digestive Specialists, PA, will assess a late fee of $25.00. You will receive a statement for any outstanding balance. Outstanding balances are in due in full within (30) thirty days. Delinquent balances will result in an interest charge of 1.5% per month.
Payment Methods:
Our office accepts cash, checks and all major credit cards and debit cards. Returned checks are subject to service charge of $50.00.
Your understanding of our practice financial policy and your financial responsibility is important to our professional relationship. Please contact our billing department at 239-561-7246 with any questions.
I have read and agree to the Financial Policy stated above.
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