Insurance
Accepted Insurance
Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cigna
Coventry
First Health
GEHA
Golden Rule
Healthchoice
Humana PPO
Mail Handlers Benefit Plan
Medicare
Old Surety Life
Principal
Secure Horizons (United Healthcare Medicare Advantage)
United Healthcare
Billing & Payments
Insurance claims and patient billing for Dawkins Dermatology Associates are managed by Heartland Billing Services. If you have questions regarding your account, insurance claims, statements, payment options, or balances, please contact Heartland directly for assistance.
We recommend contacting the billing office before your appointment if you have questions regarding coverage, out-of-pocket expenses, or payment arrangements. Online payment options may also be available for your convenience.
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Insurance & Billing Information
At Dawkins Dermatology Associates, we strive to make the insurance and billing process as simple and transparent as possible. To ensure accurate billing and claim processing, please bring your current insurance card and a valid photo ID to every appointment. Our team will verify your coverage and update your information as needed.
We participate with many PPO, HMO, Medicare, and commercial insurance plans. As a courtesy, we file claims directly with participating insurance providers on behalf of our patients. Please note that patients are responsible for any applicable co-payments, deductibles, co-insurance amounts, or non-covered services at the time of their visit.
Because insurance benefits and provider networks can change, we encourage patients to verify their coverage and provider participation before each appointment. If your plan requires a referral, prior authorization, or primary care physician approval, please obtain the necessary documentation before your visit to avoid delays or unexpected charges.
Insurance Information
Insurance coverage varies by provider and plan. Patients enrolled in HMO or managed care plans may be required to obtain a referral or authorization before receiving dermatology services. Failure to obtain required approvals may result in the patient being financially responsible for the visit.
Some dermatology procedures, cosmetic treatments, or specialized services may not be considered medically necessary by your insurance carrier or Medicare. In these cases, patients are responsible for any charges not covered by their plan. Our staff is happy to answer questions regarding coverage and help you understand your benefits whenever possible.
Fees & Medicare Information
Office visit fees are based on the services provided during your appointment and do not include additional procedures, laboratory services, injections, biopsies, lesion removal, or other treatments that may be performed during your visit.
Procedure costs vary depending on factors such as diagnosis, treatment complexity, lesion size, and anatomical location. Follow-up appointments and pathology services may generate separate charges. Independent laboratories performing pathology or blood testing will bill patients directly for their services.
Dawkins Dermatology Associates proudly participates in the Medicare program. Medicare claims are submitted electronically on behalf of eligible patients, and supplemental insurance plans are typically billed automatically when information is provided. To ensure timely processing of claims, please bring your Medicare and supplemental insurance cards to each visit and notify our staff of any changes to your coverage.