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Financial Policy for The Center
The Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Center of the Cascades
(THE CENTER) is dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to
you and regard your complete understanding of this policy as an essential
element of your care and treatment
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Payment is expected at the time of service unless other
arrangements have been made in advance by you or by agreement with your health
coverage carrier. New patients without evidence of insurance coverage are
required to make a $75.00 payment at the time of the appointment. This $75.00
will go towards the office visit and/or procedure, but will not cover the
entire balance due.
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Cash or checks will be accepted with a $25.00 fee for
NSF checks. For your convenience, we do accept debit/credit VISA and
MasterCard.
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As a courtesy, we will bill your insurance when you
assign the benefits to THE CENTER. Your insurance is a contract between you
and your insurance carrier, if they do not pay THE CENTER within a
90-day period, we will look to you for payment. You will be refunded any
overpayment you may make; in the event the insurance pays.
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Any balance remaining after your health plan pays or
denies as non-covered under your plan, will be your responsibility. Payment is
due upon receipt of a statement from our office.
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For Motor Vehicle Accident & Workers
Compensation claims Please provide your private insurance
information at the time of your first visit. This will allow us to bill them in
the event your claim(s) have been denied or benefits exhausted.
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Surgery - Your estimated portion for
scheduled surgical procedures is due prior to the surgery date. Any balance
remaining after your health plan pays will be due upon receipt of a statement.
**Most surgical procedures include a 10-90 day period for routine postoperative
office visits. X-rays and some procedures are subject to charge during this
period. Some durable medical equipment, such as walking boots and braces are
billed separately by the supplier.
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We will look to the adult accompanying a minor
for payment of all services rendered to minor patients under 18 years of age.
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If after making payment arrangements, your balance is
not paid off within six months, the account will be assessed an interest charge
at the rate of 18 %.
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In the case there is suit filed by THE CENTER or
Collection Agency for recovery of unpaid balance, you will be responsible for
any incurred costs and/or Attorney fees associated with this action.
If you have any questions or need to make payment
arrangements, please ask to speak with an account specialist.
Thank you for choosing THE CENTER for your medical care
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