Doctor's appt. but I don't have medicaid yet.?

Question

I was supposed to receive medicaid by last week but they called me and said that they needed info about my student loans, which will take a little to process. I have an appt. on Wednesday(I'm pregnant), but won't have medicaid yet. I know they do the retroactive thing, but will they make me pay on Wednesday, because I don't have insurance? Or a bill me later kind of issue. I've tried calling the doc's office, but it always goes to answering machine, but I don't want to leave a message saying, I can't pay until I'm approved for medicaid.

Answer 1

They are going to want the money upfront.  You can however, make a claim with medicaid after you receive it and they will reimburse you for it.

Answer 2

You'll have to ask the doctor.  Most likely, they'll bill you later if you don't get approved for Medicaid.

Answer 3

here's a novel idea ... get a job !!!!!

Answer 4

Just let the doctor's office know when you get there that you have not received your medical card in the mail yet.  They should work with you.

Answer 5

Most likely, the doctor will wait for the medicaid. Bring your proof of application with you so you can at least show that you have applied.