I don't understand my medical bill. Who should I speak to for help?

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PatientAdvocateFoundation (Organization (Verified) ) - 01 / 12 / 2012

Contact the treating provider/facility billing clerk for clarification of the bill. You may request an itemized statement that breaks down the cost for you to review. If your insured you may also contact the insurer for further clarification on the benefits or lack of. Patient Advocate Foundation has a publication on understanding your explantion of benefits athttp://www.patientadvocate.org/index.php?p=441. Coding and Billing errors do occur so if the bills seems questionable and you feel if incorrect dig deeper you may find a simple phone call to the billing department where the claim may recify the situation. If you find these steps are unsuccessful, PAF can also provide assistance in reviewing the bill in question.
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