Before you come in
What to bring and how insurance works
A few things in your bag make the visit go smoothly, and a quick call to your insurance plan can save surprises later.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card and a list of your medicines. Add anything from other doctors that relates to the problem.
- Photo ID and insurance card
- Every medicine, vitamin and supplement, with doses
- Past surgeries, especially on the bladder, prostate or pelvis
- Recent lab results, imaging reports or discs from other doctors
- A referral, if your plan requires one
- A bladder diary, if we asked you to keep one
- Your questions, written down
Does Advanced Urology take my insurance?
Advanced Urology takes part in most insurance plans, Medicare included. Plans named on the Advanced Urology insurance page include Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana and United.
Your plan’s network can change from year to year, so confirm with your plan that Advanced Urology is in network for you.
Will my plan want a referral or prior authorization?
Some plans need one. Call the number on your insurance card and ask whether a urology visit needs a referral, and whether any planned procedure needs prior authorization or precertification.
Are some services not covered?
Sometimes. Because urology is a specialty, some plans exclude certain conditions or treatments, such as care for erectile dysfunction or sterilization like vasectomy. Ask your plan about the specific service.
Plans can also limit where a treatment is done, such as an office or a surgery center. Our team can help you understand what your plan says.
Is there help with paying?
Yes. Advanced Urology has a Financial Assistance Program and accepts CareCredit, a healthcare credit card. Details and the application are on the Advanced Urology insurance page.
What do people ask about insurance and paperwork?
Is Medicare accepted?
Yes. Advanced Urology participates in Medicare.
What if I forget my medicine list?
Bring the bottles, or a photo of each label on your phone. The names and doses are what matter.
Should I bring outside imaging?
Yes, if it relates to your concern. A report helps, and the images themselves help even more for stones or a kidney mass.
Do I need a referral?
It depends on your insurance plan. Some plans ask for a referral or prior approval before a specialist visit, so check with your plan before you come.
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