Your doctor will arrange for your tests, medications, diet and completion of a History and Physical. Your physician may call in other specialists for consultation or assistance. Physicians at Akron General are independent contractors, not employees, and have the right to separately bill for their services. Additionally, you will receive a bill from Akron General Medical Center. Under your doctor's supervision, members of the house staff may assist in your care and progress.
Most insurance companies require pre-certification of surgical procedures.
Please provide the registration clerk with the pre-certification requirements listed on your insurance care. If there are no requirements listed on your card, please contact your employer or health insurer for the requirements. We will be happy to assist in obtaining the pre-certification and ask that you obtain physician referrals, if necessary. Inform care providers whether explanation of diagnosis, treatment and care options have been understood. Follow the recommendations and advice prescribed by healthcare providers and to provide information about unexpected complications that arise.