Anesthesia Charges
Anesthesia charges are calculated by utilizing a formula which was designed by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, and is universally used by anesthesia providers and insurance companies. In this formula, there is a base unit value for any type of procedure that is done, according to the area of the body where the procedure is performed. Dental procedures are given a base unit value of five units.
Additionally, all time involved in the anesthesia care is accounted for in 15
minute increments. These are called time units. Base units (5) plus time
units equal the total units for the case. The total units multiplied by the
conversion factor (cost per unit) equals the anesthesia charge, in dollars.
Conversion factors change periodically, so call us for the most recent
information.
Payment for Services
Some charges will be covered by insurance. Many times, medical
insurances will pay the anesthesia charges for children under the age of six,
patients with a mental or physical handicap, or patients with a medical necessity. We participate in Blue Cross / Blue Shield, and Preferred Health Systems / Preferred Plus of Kansas insurances only. We can do a predetermination with these insurances to find out if there is coverage for our services.
Other insurances will do predeterminations, but we don't do these through our office. Our staff will be glad to assist you with the information you'll need when contacting your insurance company to determine if you're covered. You can usually accomplish the predetermination over the phone, but we suggest you have your insurance company send you a letter of confirmation.
We do expect payment on the day of service. This would be all BCBS or PPK /PHS deductibles and co-payments, as well as payment in full for all other insurances or those without insurance coverage.
Types of Payment Accepted
We accept cash, personal checks, cashier's checks, money orders, traveler's checks, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, and bank debit cards. Additionally, we offer a payment plan from Care Credit. They offer interest-free financing for up to 18 months. See www.carecredit.com or call our office for details.
