Monday, July 20, 2009

Question about clinics policies?

I used to work at a clinic, about 3 years ago. I had some small bumps on my head (under my hair) that I got removed. They were noncancerous, just a couple ingrown hairs that got outta hand, haha. Anyways, I got them cut out for free because I worked there. Now they are growing back, and I have no medical insurance, so to go back in I'd have to pay with cash, which would be hundreds of dollars.



So my question is for those that work in this area or have had similar situations. Would I be able to let them know that they're growing back, and maybe them would do them over for free because it didn't work the first time? I'm thinking no, but I just want an opinion.



Question about clinics policies?

If you left the clinic under good terms, it might be possible to get a discount, but rarely does a doctor/clinic perform procedures pro-bono....even if this was a problem they previously treated. Ingrown hairs happen, and not because they were improperly removed the first time. If you worked at the clinic, you might know if they do payment plans. And usually, at least in clinics/hospitals I have worked at, if you are a self pay, paying in cash, or paying all upfront, they give you some sort of discount. The best thing I can suggest is calling the clinic, speaking with the billing dept and asking them their policy on it. Then speak with the doc's nurse and hopefully you will know who she is, and tell her that the problem has recurred and ask that she speak with the doc about it and get his opinion. If you left in good standings and especially if the doc was nice, you may get a really good discount. If you were fired or the relationship with the clinic was rocky, you might want to consider going to another doctor.

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