Seeing a doctor and getting medical care often comes with a confusing web of bills from various providers. As a patient, you may get separate statements from the hospital, testing labs, individual doctors and more. Trying to keep track of all these bills and paying them on time can be a real headache. Fortunately, Metairie Physician Services offers an easy bill pay solution for their patients.
What is Medical Bill Pay?
Medical bill pay allows patients to pay their medical bills directly from their bank account without having to write and mail paper checks. Patients can set up one-time or recurring payments to have their medical bills paid automatically. This saves the hassle of logging into multiple provider websites and manually making payments each month. Many medical practices now offer bill pay right from the patient portal.
How Metairie Physician Services Bill Pay Works
Once you have an account with Metairie Physician Services signing up for bill pay is simple. On your patient portal you can add your bank account information and enroll in automatic payments. Metairie Physician Services accepts payments from checking or savings accounts.
You have the option to set up recurring payments for bills like monthly service fees. The amount will be automatically deducted from your bank account each month. For one-time bills like copays for office visits, you can pay immediately or schedule a future payment date.
The bill pay system is secure and processes payments safely right from your bank account You can log in anytime to view pending payments or see payment history It’s a convenient way to keep up with medical bills,
Key Benefits of Medical Bill Pay
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Saves Time – No more logging into multiple portals to pay various medical bills. Pay everything from one place.
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Avoid Late Fees – Set up recurring payments and never miss a payment deadline. Auto-pay gives peace of mind.
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Payment Reminders – The patient portal sends email reminders when bills are ready to pay.
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Simple Setup – Link your bank account securely in seconds. Much easier than mailing paper checks.
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Payment Tracking – Log in to view payment history and confirm payments were processed.
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Automatic Receipts – Receipts are stored in the portal and emailed after each transaction.
How to Sign Up for Metairie Physician Services Bill Pay
Ready to simplify medical bill payment? Follow these three easy steps:
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Log Into Your Patient Portal – If you don’t have a portal account yet, contact the practice to get signed up.
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Enter Payment Information – Securely link your bank account routing and account numbers.
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Set Up Payments – Choose to pay bills manually or enroll in auto-pay for recurring bills.
And that’s it! Your upcoming bills will be paid automatically on their due dates. No more keeping track of statements and stamps – bill pay does the work for you.
Make Life Easier with Medical Bill Pay
Dealing with medical billing can quickly become overwhelming. Too many statements to track, too many passwords to remember, too many envelopes to mail. It often leads to late payments and unnecessary fees. But bill pay solves these problems by streamlining the entire process.
Forget the hassle of billing with Metairie Physician Services bill pay. Sign up today to make payments painless!
Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Bill Pay
What bills can I pay through bill pay?
Most medical bills from Metairie Physician Services can be paid through bill pay – copays, monthly service fees, testing laboratory fees, and more.
How do I know a payment went through?
The patient portal will send email confirmations and you can view payment receipts online.
When will payments be deducted from my account?
Payments are deducted on the due date or date you schedule. Recurring payments process automatically each billing cycle.
Can I cancel a scheduled payment?
Yes, as long as the payment has not begun processing yet, you can cancel scheduled payments.
Is my bank account information secure?
Absolutely. Metairie Physician Services uses advanced encryption and security measures to protect your data.
What if I change bank accounts?
You can update your payment method at any time through the patient portal settings.
Could there be fees associated with bill pay?
Metairie Physician Services does not charge any fees for using bill pay. Check with your bank about any potential fees on their end.
What if I have bills from multiple providers?
Unfortunately you can only pay Metairie Physician Services bills through our bill pay system. For other providers, you’ll need to log into their bill pay system or set up payments manually.
Can I pay all types of medical bills?
Most standard medical bills can be paid through bill pay. However, larger hospital bills or surgical procedure bills may need special handling. Contact us to learn more.
What if I need a payment plan for larger bills?
We offer payment plans for larger balances. Reach out to our billing team to set up a plan that works with your budget.
What if I’m having trouble paying bills?
We understand financial difficulties arise. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can help – there may be financial assistance programs available.
Who can I contact for support?
Our billing team is available to help by phone and email. Reach out with any bill pay questions!
Give Metairie Physician Services Bill Pay a Try Today!
Take control of medical bills with easy online payments through our bill pay system. Say goodbye to checks, stamps, and keeping track of due dates – let bill pay handle it for you! Contact our office today to get signed up for an account.
Paying your bills is easier than ever
Through your Patient Portal (MyChart) account we offer a simple, clear, and convenient payment experience. It’s easier than ever to view and manage your medical bills digitally using a mobile device or computer.
- All your bills in one place View bills for recent hospital stays and physician visits, track updates to your account, and access your billing and payment history on-demand.
- Modern bill reminders Never miss a payment with text message and email notifications
- More ways to pay Securely pay bills via credit/debit card, electronic check payment (ACH), Apple Pay, or Google Pay as well as on your own terms with customizable payment plans
Access your bills, make payments, and more by logging in to your LCMC Health Patient Portal (MyChart). If you do not have a portal account, register today to access the many benefits of the portal!
If you have questions about your bill, you can get help by getting in touch with our customer service team by calling 504.702.4862 or emailing LCMC Health customer service at [email protected].
See below for answers to common questions related to billing at LCMC Health.
Patients with Patient Portal (MyChart) accounts, will continue to access and pay their bills through the portal.
Patients without Patient Portal (MyChart) accounts will access their bills, make payments, and more by following the instructions on their paper statement.
Sometimes there is a slight delay between the time of your visit and when the bill is ready to view. You will be alerted when your bill is ready via notifications from your Patient Portal (MyChart) account, text message, and/or email, depending on your notification preferences.
LCMC Health gives you several ways to pay bills, including:
- Accessing your Patient Portal account.
- Clicking the link displayed in text messages and/or email notifications and following the payment instructions.
LCMC Health accepts payment via credit/debit card, electronic check payment (ACH), Apple Pay (if you’re using an Apple device), Google Pay (if you’re using an Android device), check and money order. Please do not send cash by mail.
LCMC Health understands that paying medical bills can be difficult and we offer flexible payment options to make it easier.
- Set up a custom payment planbyselecting the payment frequency, duration, and date of the first payment.
- Make a partial payment by entering the amount that you wish to pay today. Note: You are still responsible for paying the total balance by the payment due date.
Additionally, you can get help by getting in touch with our customer service team at 504.702.4862.
It’s our top priority to protect the security of your personal and financial information. Your online payment instructions are sent over a secure internet connection with industry-standard encryption (SSL) and electronic payments are sent through a payment processor with guaranteed protection against unauthorized transactions. LCMC Health and agents acting on our behalf will never share your personal information with anybody else.
East Jefferson General Hospital is committed to providing financial assistance to individuals who have emergency and essential or non-elective health care needs and are uninsured, underinsured, ineligible for a government program, or otherwise are unable to pay, for medically necessary care based on their individual financial circumstance.
Consistent with our commitment to provide extraordinary quality, safety and service in the community we serve, East Jefferson General Hospital strives to ensure that the financial capacity of individuals who need health care services does not deter them from seeking or receiving care. To treat all individuals who come to seek treatment, equitably, with dignity, respect, and compassion. Financial assistance is available to all patients who qualify.
For more information or assistance, please contact Patient Financial Services at 504.782.4862.
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East Jefferson General Hospital is committed to helping patients understand and prepare for the cost of their care. East Jefferson General Hospital provides a list of charges for services provided at our facilities; however, a patient’s out-of-pocket responsibility for these charges will vary, depending on their insurance coverage and benefit plan. We understand that it is confusing for a patient to navigate through the many factors involved in their final cost. Please contact our Financial Services staff at 504.401.9287 with any questions about a future service or a bill you have received.
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