Insurance and Coverage Questions Checklist (Houston Mobile Diagnostics)

Use this checklist before scheduling:

1) Order readiness
- Is there a valid physician order?
- Does the order include enough clinical detail?

2) Payer verification
- Plan type (Medicare / Medicaid / commercial / self-pay)
- In-network routing requirements
- Any prior authorization requirement

3) Patient location and setting
- Home / assisted living / clinic
- ZIP and coverage confirmation
- Contact person on-site

4) Documentation and timing
- What information is needed before dispatch?
- Expected report timing for this exam type
- Where results should be delivered

5) Billing expectations
- Known copay or coinsurance possibilities
- Self-pay options if not covered
- Whom to contact for billing questions

6) Follow-up plan
- Provider who will review results
- Escalation path for urgent findings
- Next-step communication with patient/family