INSURANCE AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS · Please be advised that it is the patient's responsibility to obtain the necessary authorizations from their insurance company prior to seeing a doctor. Prior authorization is also required for any plain x-rays that are taken in our office during your visit.
· If we have not received a written approval prior to your appointment, we will require you to make full payment at that time, or your appointment will be cancelled.
· If you are uncertain whether a pre-certification is required, please contact your benefits department. If you are a member of an HMO/HealthNet, you must get prior approval from your primary care physician. The necessary telephone numbers are usually located on the back of your insurance card. If you are a Workman's Compensation patient, you must obtain prior approval from your adjuster.
· If your insurance company/workman's compensation require information from the doctor regarding the need for a visit, please let us know and we will forward the required paperwork.
· Medicare does not require any pre-certification.