Contact Information Website: aurorahealthcare.org, hhs.gov, hhs.gov This excerpt outlines the Notice of Privacy Practices effective 9/1/2019 for patients under the Advocate Health Affiliated Covered Entity (AH ACE), which includes Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. While this document does not specify a particular medical procedure or its direct costs, it is crucial for patients to…
Contact Information Phone: 608-266-8481, 800-642-6552, 608-267-0352, 800-994-6610, 630-792-5636, 866-496-9647, 513-947-1250 Website: aurorahealthcare.org, dhs.wisconsin.gov, jointcommission.org Understanding your rights and responsibilities as a patient is essential for navigating healthcare decisions and costs. The American Hospital Association’s “Patient’s Bill of Rights” ensures you are entitled to make informed choices about your care, privacy, and treatment planning. Key cost…
Contact Information Website: aurorahealthcare.org Overview: During your clinic or hospital visit, you will be required to complete key patient registration documents as part of the intake process. These documents are essential for confirming your identity, outlining your financial responsibilities, and securing your consent for treatment. The registration fee primarily covers administrative processing, verification of insurance,…
Contact Information Phone: 414-979-4590 Website: aurorahealthcare.org, aurorahealthcare.org Requesting your medical records, also known as protected health information (PHI), is an important part of managing your healthcare. The fee for obtaining copies of medical records typically covers administrative costs such as processing, copying, and delivering your records in your preferred format (paper, email, CD, etc.). If…
Contact Information Phone: 888-863-5502 Understanding your health insurance coverage is crucial before receiving care, as your out-of-pocket costs can vary significantly depending on whether you use in-network or out-of-network providers. The total fee for a procedure typically covers the provider’s charges, facility fees, and may include certain ancillary services; however, coverage may be limited by…
Contact Information Website: aurorahealthcare.org, aurorahealthcare.org, livewell.aah.org When managing medical expenses, understanding the various types of payment summaries available is essential, especially for Flexible Spending Account (FSA) reimbursements or tax documentation. Key components included in these summaries are detailed listings of all charges, payments made by you or your insurance, and any outstanding balances. These documents…
Contact Information Phone: 800-326-2250 Website: access.wisconsin.gov, milwaukee.va.gov, doj.state.wi.us, healthcare.gov., aurorahealthcare.org, aurorahealthcare.org Aurora Health provides comprehensive support to help patients manage the costs of medical procedures, including access to financial assistance programs and personalized payment options. Key cost components typically included in the procedure fee are facility charges, provider fees, and basic medical supplies. However, some…
Contact Information Phone: 800-326-2250 Website: livewellaah.org, livewellaah.org, aurorahealthcare.org, livewellaah.org, aurorahealthcare.org, aurorahealthcare.org When undergoing a preventive exam or related medical procedure, patients may encounter billing practices that result in receiving more than one bill. This can happen if, during a preventive service, an underlying medical condition is identified, shifting the service from being classified as preventive…
Contact Information Website: aurorahealthcare.org, aurorahealthcare.org Understanding medical bills can be challenging due to the specialized terminology and varied cost components involved. Common billing terms—such as allowed amount, coinsurance, copayment, and contracted collection agency—help define how much you owe for a procedure and how your insurance shares the cost. The total fee you see on your…
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