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Global Fee for Prenatal Care and Delivery A global fee is charged for obstetrical care and will vary in cost depending on the type of delivery you have. Insured Patients You are responsible for the portion of your obstetric care not covered by your insurance. This is to be paid prior to delivery. The insurance department will arrange a monthly payment plan for your non-covered percentage of the delivery fee. Global charges for prenatal care and delivery will be filed following delivery. Payment for additional tests and procedures is expected at the time of service and will be filed at that time. If you have a deductible, please be prepared to pay your entire deductible at your first visit. Uninsured Patients Uninsured patients must pay for their delivery in full at their initial prenatal visit. Payment in full is required for all labs, ultrasounds and procedures at the time of service. Please provide us with Complete Insurance Information 1. Insurance company name, address for claims, and phone number to verify benefits 2. Policyholder’s name, date of birth, social security number and employer 3. Group and/or policy number 4. Pre-certification requirements You are responsible for notifying your insurance company of your expected hospital admission. Your benefits may be reduced if pre-certification is required but not obtained. Frequency of Prenatal Visits Visits may be more frequent in some pregnancies. A pelvic exam is done at your first visit with the doctor, at your 28 week visit, then weekly beginning at 36 weeks. The purpose of the pelvic exam is to check the cervix for thinning and dilation, and to check the baby’s position and presentation. Contact our insurance department at 336-379-9742 with any questions regarding our charges or your account. Contact patient accounting at Women's Hospital for hospital charges. |
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