Helping Patients Access Affordable Care
We have partnered with ValCare Health Network and financing partners to offer uninsured and underinsured patients access to affordable care and special financing.
Thank you Patient Assist! The surgery went smooth, the doctor was excellent and the cost of the surgery was less than half that which was quoted to me at the local hospital.
Our Providers Include
Procedures Currently Offered
Patient Assist offers patients access to New Choice Health’s private network of high quality Medical Providers who share in our vision of transparent and affordable healthcare.
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Hernia Repair
Hernia Repair
Our Hernia Assistance Program provides open and laparoscopic hernia surgery procedures nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically from $3,700 – $7,500 depending upon which procedure you need and where you are.
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Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy
Our Colonoscopy Assistance Program provides colonoscopy procedures nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically from $1,100 – $2,600 depending upon where you are.
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Gallbladder Surgery
Gallbladder Surgery
Our Gallbladder Assistance Program provides gallbladder surgery procedures nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically from $4,700 – $7,700 depending upon where you are.
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Upper GI Endoscopy
Upper GI Endoscopy
Our Endoscopy Assistance Program provides upper GI endoscopy procedures nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically from $950 – $2,600 depending upon where you are.
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Knee Surgery
Knee Surgery
Our Knee Surgery Assistance Program provides knee surgeries nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically 40-80% below average costs depending upon where you are.
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Shoulder Surgery
Shoulder Surgery
Our Shoulder Surgery Assistance Program provides shoulder surgeries nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically 40-80% below average costs depending upon where you are.
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Orthopedic (other joints)
Orthopedic (other joints)
Our Orthopedic Surgery Assistance Program provides knee, shoulder, and other joint surgeries nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically 40-80% below average costs depending upon where you are.
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Spine Surgery
Spine Surgery
Our Spine Surgery Assistance Program provides a variety of spinal surgeries nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically 40-80% below average costs depending upon where you are.
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Hysterectomy / GYN Surgery
Hysterectomy / GYN Surgery
Our Hysterectomy and Gynecological Surgery Assistance Program provides a variety of surgeries nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically 40-80% below average costs depending upon where you are.
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Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Our Bariatric Surgery (Gastric Sleeve, Lap Band, etc.) Assistance Program provides a variety of surgeries nationwide at a discounted all-inclusive rate typically 40-80% below average costs depending upon where you are.
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Financing Options
We offer multiple Financing Programs (including CareCredit) to help you pay for the procedure. With short term financing options of 6 months (no interest) on purchases of $200 or more, and 12 months (no interest) on purchases of $1000 or more, and 24, 36, 48, & 60 months (low-interest) on purchases of $1000 or more when you make the minimum monthly payments and pay the full amount due by the end of the promotional period.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Patient Assist?
Patient Assist is a program developed by New Choice Health which leverages our experience to negotiate and bundle provider services resulting in discounted all-inclusive rates. Think of it as insurance for the uninsured and since we’ve really simplified the entire process for all parties Patient Assist rates are often below typical insurance rates.
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How do I use Patient Assist?
Once you Schedule a Consultation Call a dedicated patient Care Coordinator will contact you to review your case, confirm eligibility and pricing, review special financing needs, and answer any additional questions you might have prior to completing your patient history forms and confirming your appointment.
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Is Patient Assist an insurance program?
No, Patient Assist is a stand-alone program designed to offer those patients in need discounted procedure pricing along with special financing options.
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Who is eligible to participate in Patient Assist?
The Patient Assist program is available to all uninsured patients, under-insured patients, or patients on high deductible insurance plans who wish to consume services outside of their plan. (Please note: for those patients with high deductible plans, the network of providers may be limited in some areas.)
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What is the process like and how long does it take?
Once you Schedule a Consultation Call your dedicated Patient Care Coordinator will walk you through the entire process of choosing a provider, scheduling, organizing payment/financing, and having your procedure. The entire process can happen in as little as a week with most of our providers offering same day and next day procedures and surgeries.
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What is included in the rate?
Rates include all the fees typically associated with the specific medical procedure. For surgeries, the rate includes the surgeon’s fee, anesthesiology fee, facility fee, a consult, a follow-up, and any implant and pathology fees. GI procedures include the physician’s fee, anesthesiology fee, facility fee, pathology fees, and a consult if you are required to have one.
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What is NOT included in the rate?
Rates do not include any other tests required as a follow-up or needed for diagnosis. However, we may be able to assist you with locating and receiving quotes from fair-priced certified providers for these tests. While surgeries include 1-3 post-op visits within 90 days, GI procedure rates do not include any post-procedure visits.
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What is the refund policy if I decide to cancel?
Cancellations for a full refund are accepted up to 2 business days prior to your appointment. You will be charged all provider cancellation fees that are incurred when cancelling within 2 business days prior to your appointment plus an administrative fee. If you do not reschedule or cancel there is a $500 fee for not showing up for a scheduled appointment plus any cancellation fees from the providers.