Q. How is my co-payment or coinsurance determined?
A. Co-payment and coinsurance amounts are determined by your insurance. If you have questions about these amounts, please contact your insurance company.
Q. When is my co-payment/coinsurance deposit due?
A. Your co-payment or deposit is due at registration.
Q. Can I receive a price estimate for medical services or procedures at KCCHSD?
A. Yes. To receive an estimate for any service or procedure, please call Patient Financial Services at 719-346-4790
Q. As a Medicare patient, why did I receive a bill for self-administrated drugs?
A. You have been seen at Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital as an outpatient, which includes ER visits & Observation Stays. During this time, your physician has ordered medications for you that can be taken orally. Medical considers those medications self-administered and therefore, they will not be covered by Medicare or by your secondary insurance. For questions, contact Medicare directly at 1-800-MEDICAR (1-800-633-4227).
Q. What is an Observation stay?
A. An Observation stay is a short stay different form an inpatient stay. If you are an observation patient, you will receive a brochure from our staff with information regarding this type of stay.
