All of our Freqently Asked Questions are organized by topic.
You should receive an estimate of charges from Yellowstone Surgery Center in the mail. If you don't receive an estimate, please contact Yellowstone Surgery Center at (406) 237-5900.
You are responsible to pay the estimated cost at least 5 days prior to your procedure. Please contact Yellowstone Surgery Center and Anesthesia Partners of Montana as directed, to make your payments.
Please note that this is an estimated cost, your actual procedure charges can vary.
Cosmetic procedures require payment in full prior to the surgery.
Cosmetic patients are not eligible to apply for Financial Aid.
No, as cosmetic procedures are typically not covered by health insurance.
You should receive a refund of any overpaid amount within 60 days.
Contact your insurance company: to find out if Yellowstone Surgery Center in considered an In-Network Facility, to determine your benefits and to find out if your insurance company requires a pre-authorization.
If you have not met your annual deductible with your insurance company, a down payment of $100.00 OR your copayment for out-patient surgery will be expected upon check-in. If you are unsure of your copayment, please contact our Billing Department.
If you have a balance after your insurance pays, the balance will need to be paid off in four to six months with regular monthly payments. It is important to contact our Billing Department should you have difficulty paying your balance off in this amount of time. There are options that may be available to you.
Additional information about payment can insurance can be found on our Payment and Insurance page.
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If you have not met your annual deductible with your insurance company, a down payment of $100.00 OR your copayment for out-patient surgery will be expected upon check-in. If you are unsure of your copayment, please contact our Billing Department at (406) 237-5977.
If you have a balance after your insurance pays, the balance will need to be paid off in four to six months with regular monthly payments. It is important to contact our Billing Department should you have difficulty paying your balance off in this amount of time. There are options that may be available to you.
Yellowstone Surgery Surgery accepts Cash, Checks, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and Money Orders.
Your account number can be found on the payment slip portion of the collection letter from Healthcare Facility.
Payment arrangements are made prior to surgery; however, additional fees may be incurred due to unforeseen circumstances. Each case is different and, if necessary for your health and safety, your physician may order additional supplies or conduct different or additional procedures than those originally scheduled. Although these fees were not included in your original estimate, you will be billed for them.
In the event that your account is referred to an independent collection agency or attorney for collection, you will be responsible for any attorney fees, court costs and collection fees.
18 years and older
Due to COVID-19, Yellowstone Surgery Center is currently allowing only one visitor per patient to stay in the building.
Younger than 18
A parent or legal guardian must stay in the building at all times. Yellowstone Surgery Center prefers one, however, we will allow for two.
Masks
If you have a mask, please wear it during your time at Yellowstone Surgery Center. If you do not have a mask, Yellowstone Surgery Center will provide one.
Testing
A COVID-19 test will be required prior to elective surgery. This will be arranged through your Surgeons office four days in advance of the date of surgery.
