My bill from the dentist says $76, Insurance says I owe $68, which do I pay?

Question

Which one do I pay? If I pay the 76, will they send me an $8 refund?

I thought the dentist sent you two bills...the initial one...and then a 2nd one once they get what my insurance will pay?

Answer 1

dont pay a dime until they get your insurance payment...then pay it promptly because you like your dentist!

Answer 2

Call the dentist and ask them. Unless your insurance company paid $8 leaving you with the rest, someone made a mistake somewhere.

Answer 3

Does the bill from your insurance company show an amount (of $8) that was dis-allowed? That probably explains the difference between the two amounts. You should pay the smaller amount. Sometimes doctors & dentists bill for a higher amount than is allowed by an insurance company.