Welcome
Welcome to Altitude Pediatrics! We are happy to care for your child and want you to clearly understand our billing and payment policies.
Insurance Plans
To make our practice accessible to all families in the community, we participate in most insurance plans. Because each insurance policy is different, it is impossible for us to know what your benefits may be. It is important that you contact your insurance company if you have any questions regarding your benefits, and for you to know what your payment obligations will be at the time of service.
Parents/guardians are responsible for providing current insurance information at each visit and understanding their plan benefits. As a courtesy, we submit claims to your insurance; however, you are responsible for all charges not covered by your plan, including copayments, deductibles, coinsurance, and noncovered services.
Copays, Deductibles & Coinsurance
All co-payments are due at the time of your visit. Depending on your plan, you may also need to pay deductibles or coinsurance. Payment may be made by cash, check, credit card, or HSA card.
If you participate in a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and have not yet paid your deductible in full, it is likely that any non-preventive services will require payment at the time those services are rendered. Coinsurance may apply even after meeting your deductible.
Please see Health Insurance 101 for a better explanation of these terms.
Payment Responsibility
Outstanding balances must be paid within 30 days. Balances may be collected at future visits, and unpaid accounts may be sent to collections. Payment plans are available for qualifying balances.
Self Pay & Cost Sharing Programs
Self pay payment is due at the time of service, with discounts available. Patients with MediShare or similar programs may be billed directly if claims are delayed. We encourage families to contact our office with questions or to discuss payment options at any time.
Well Visits & Additional Services
During well visits, any new issues discussed may require extra documentation and may result in additional charges not fully covered by insurance.
Special Circumstances
The accompanying adult is responsible for payment at the time of service, regardless of custody arrangements. Newborns must be added to insurance plans within 30 days of birth to avoid denied claims.