Billing FAQs:

Why did I receive two statements for my procedure?

If you have a procedure performed at Acadiana Surgery Center, you will receive two statements. One is the facility charge and will be received from Acadiana Surgery Center and the other is the physician's charge and will be received from Iberia Gastroenterology Associates.

Why did I receive a bill from a pathologist?

Sometimes during the course of a procedure Dr. Stokes finds it necessary to take biopsies or remove polyps. When specimens are taken during a procedure, they must be sent to a pathologist for examination. If this happens you will receive a separate bill for the reading of the biopsy. If you have any questions about that bill, please call the appropriate lab and they will be able to answer any billing questions.

I was quoted a price before my procedure, but now I am getting a bill that states I owe more money for my portion of the bill. Why is the price different than the one that was originally quoted?

Unfortunately, we are only able to estimate your portion of the bill based on the information provided by your insurance and the procedure ordered. Sometimes, during the course of a procedure, Dr. Stokes may find it necessary to remove a polyp, take a biopsy, or lengthen the extent of the exam based on his findings. This may increase the cost of your procedure. Therefore, the amounts quoted by our office prior to your procedure are only estimates.

Why is my copayment more for my procedure than the usual copay I pay for my doctor's visit?

Your procedure is considered an outpatient surgery, so benefits are different. Please review your manual or contact your insurance company for details concerning your outpatient surgery benefits. This is not considered an office procedure, therefore, office visit copays do not apply.

Why did I get a bill from Birmingham, Alabama?

All bills for Acadiana Surgery Center and Iberia Gastroenterology Associates are processed and generated from our offices. The Birmingham, Alabama address is for an outside bank that we are contracted with to receive our payments for ease of deposit. We ask that you remit all payments to that address.

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