Across
- 2. A document sent by the insurance company to the provider and the patient explaining the allowed charge amount, the amount reimbursed for services, and the patient's financial responsibilities.
- 4. The primary care provider, who is in charge of a patient's treatment. Additional treatment, such as referrals to a specialist, must be approved by this person.
- 5. A payment arrangement for healthcare providers.
- 6. A written agreement between two parties in which one party (the insurance company) agrees to pay another party (the patient) if certain specified circumstances occur.
- 7. An order from a primary care provider for the patient to see a specialist or to get certain medical services.
- 9. Poor, needy, impoverished.
- 10. A designated person who receives funds from an insurance policy.
Down
- 1. A formal request for payment from an insurance company for services provided.
- 3. A process required by some insurance carriers in which the provider obtains permission to perform certain procedures or services.
- 8. The amount paid or to be paid by the policyholder for coverage under the contract, usually in periodic installments.