Admissions

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Our Intake Office is here to help 24 hours a day. You can reach us at . The following information is needed to process an admission:

• Patient’s name, address, telephone number, date of birth, social security number, and emergency contact.
• The name, address, and telephone number of the patient’s insurance carrier and insurance policy group.
• The insured’s employer name, address, and telephone number
• The name, address, and telephone number of the insured, and the patient’s relationship to the insured, in the event that the patient is a dependent of the insured individual.

Insurance Benefits

The Meadows will assist you in billing your insurance company by providing a completed claim form itemizing charges after your stay. We also will work with you and your carrier, providing updates throughout your treatment. Insurance policies and benefits vary greatly; if you provide us with your insurance information, our staff can obtain a quote of coverage under your policy prior to your arrival. The benefits provided by your insurance carrier are stated according to the definitions of the contract as provided by your carrier. Your employer or insurance agent also can be valuable sources of information regarding your available benefits or extent of coverage.

Your insurance carrier or managed care company will determine the suitability of care based on your present problem(s). Each carrier or company has established guidelines for medical necessity and may certify a portion of your stay. Rarely does a plan approve an entire treatment stay, and The Meadows has no control over the outcome of the reviews. However, our highly trained staff will work hard to obtain the maximum benefit allowed by your company or carrier.  Keep in mind that these reviews do not guarantee payment by your insurance carrier upon final billing.

Payment Responsibility

Please be aware that The Meadows cannot hold your insurance company responsible for fees payment. An insurance policy is a contract between you and the insurance company. The Meadows contracts with you upon admission when you sign the “Conditions of Admission,” which obligates you to pay for services rendered. Payment terms are based upon the length of stay and are scheduled with the patient or responsible party prior to admission. Visa, Discover, MasterCard and American Express cards are accepted.

At The Meadows, our main concern is providing recovery and a more fulfilling life for those who seek our services. When insurance coverage does not apply, we suggest that patients consult our business staff. Our Intake/Financial Coordinators will review costs and payment options and will work with you to make arrangements that fit your financial situation.  Make it a point to bring your insurance identification card and valid ID (e.g. a driver’s license).