Proof of Insurance
Patients should alert front desk staff of any insurance changes prior to being seen. Adequate proof of insurance is required at all visits; be prepared to show a current insurance card at the time of check-in. If adequate proof of insurance is not established prior to the appointment, you will be financially responsible for the entire visit at the time services are rendered. If your insurance is in-network, we will submit to your insurance on your behalf within the timely filing limits. In most cases, we submit your claims within 48 hours of your office visit. Should you wish to submit to insurance on your own for an out of network plan, Gastro Center of Maryland will provide adequate documentation to aid in that process.
Clinic Appointments
What to bring to your appointment
- Insurance Card
- Photo ID
- Referral (As required by your insurance policy. See below for details.)
Adequate proof of insurance is required at all visits; be prepared to show a current insurance card at the time of check-in. If adequate proof of insurance is not established prior to the appointment, you will be financially responsible for the entire visit at the time services are rendered
Referral Requirements
Some insurance plans require a referral to see a specialist. This includes, but is not limited to:
- United HealthCare
- Aetna HMO
- TriCare
- Veterans Affairs
Please check with your insurance provider to confirm your plan’s referral requirements. If a referral is not provided at the time of your appointment, you will be responsible for the full cost of the visit.
Procedure Appointments
What to bring to your appointment
- Insurance Card
- Photo ID
- Completed last 3 pages of the procedure packet. Copies of these forms can be found on our website or provided by our office upon request.
Adequate proof of insurance is required at all visits; be prepared to show a current insurance card at the time of check-in. If adequate proof of insurance is not established prior to the appointment, you will be financially responsible for the entire visit at the time services are rendered.
Patients should alert our office to any insurance changes prior to your procedure. Failure to update your insurance information in a timely manner could result in your procedure being cancelled.
Transportation Information
You cannot drive yourself after your procedure. You must arrange transportation with a family member, friend, or a medical transportation service. Please note that rideshares like Uber or Lyft, as well as taxis, cannot be used for post-procedure transportation due to medical regulations.
Your procedure will be canceled if safe transportation is not arranged. Information about medical transportation services serving the area of each facility is provided below.