The Situation
This website documents an ongoing billing dispute with St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia. The issue involves an abdominal ultrasound service performed at their Ironton Campus on July 29, 2024, where they are attempting to charge $1,838.00, in violation of their contract with Anthem BCBS Ohio.
Key Points of the Dispute
- The service was performed at St. Mary's Medical Center - Ironton Campus
- The charge is $1,838.00 for ultrasound services
- Anthem BCBS Ohio and my insurance network (Excellus BCBS NY) has determined no patient responsibility should be applied
- St. Mary's is attempting to bill beyond the contracted rate
- The dispute is based on provider contract obligations, not insurance coverage issues