Insurance:
Central Nebraska Spinal Surgery Center, P.C. participates in a number of insurance programs and managed care plans. You can check with your insurance provider to see if our clinic is in-network. Please bring your insurance card with you so that we can work with your insurer to obtain the highest possible reimbursement for you.
Pre-Certification:
Many insurance companies or providers require pre-certification for certain services; such as x-rays, MRIs, CT scans, injections, surgery, etc. Our office will assist you in obtaining any required pre-certifications.
Prior Authorization:
Many HMO and PPO plans require that all medical services be authorized by your primary care physician. If your plan has such a requirement, it is your responsibility to obtain all referrals or authorizations prior to visiting or receiving services from Central Nebraska Spinal Surgery Center, P.C.
Worker's Compensation:
If your visit is a Worker's Comp visit, you must have prior approval in order to be seen.
Co-Payments:
If your insurance company requires that a co-payment be collected by us prior to your visit, please come prepared to pay your co-pay amount.
Self-Pay:
If you are a "self-pay" patient, please be prepared to pay for your office visit on the day you come in to see our healthcare provider.
New Patient Checklist
Please fill out and bring these three forms to your first appointment:
In addition, you will also need:
Photo identification
Current insurance card
List of current medications
List of allergies
Referring physician’s notes, if applicable
Past MRI, CT or x-ray scans, or nerve conduction studies, if applicable
Copay or required downpayment
Auto accident liability form, if applicable
Worker’s compensation form, if applicable