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Patient Appointment & Billing Prep Checklist

Bring this sheet to your appointment. It outlines expected visit times, billing baselines, and protective questions to ask before receiving care.

DoctorDr. Gregory Behm, M.D.Orthopedic Surgery · Cody, WY
Patient Name & Date
Name: ____________________ Date: _________
Expected Consultation Time33 MinutesBased on clinical documentation
Pricing Markup Tier2.5x BaselineModerate Markup
Standard Office Visit Baseline$130 to $210Customary allowable rate

4 Essential Questions to Ask at the Reception Desk

1. In-Network Confirmation: "Can you verify that Dr. Behm and this specific facility address are actively in-network with my insurance plan?"
2. Laboratory Routing: "If blood work, biopsies, or cultures are collected today, will they be sent strictly to an in-network lab?"
3. Itemized Procedure Estimates: "If any in-office scope, injection, or minor procedure is recommended today, can you provide a written estimate before performing it?"
4. Self-Pay / Prompt Pay Discount: "If I pay out-of-pocket today, what is your discounted cash settlement rate?"

My Health Priorities for Today’s Visit (Write Down Before Entering)

1. Main symptom or question: ____________________________________________________________________
2. Secondary concern or medication refill: ____________________________________________________________
3. Treatment plan or follow-up steps agreed upon: ___________________________________________________
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