I called the office before I decided to visit to discuss the pricing. My insurance has a high deductable which was not yet met so I know I am paying out of pocket. The guy on the phone and I negotiated a deal which was fair so I decided to go in to the office. I needed to get some paperwork filled out for graduate school and get tested for immunity to TB and Hep B. The guy told me it was $135. I waited in the office as 5 other patients who arrived after I did were all seen. Finally the receptionist tells me it's going to be $180. If the office was efficient and I was seen in a timely and considerate matter I would consider paying the higher price, but obviously this was not the case as 5 other patients were seen before me without any explanation from the receptionist. The receptionist explained that because I have insurance they will charge more, even though my insurance doesn't cover it. They refused to just bill me the agreed upon price and leave out the insurance. Also, the doctor has no medical malpractice insurance so he doesn't have to charge exorbitant fees to cover the insurance.... Look elsewhere! I know I left that office and I am never going back!
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