Dealing with medical bills is the last thing you want to worry about when recovering from surgery or a medical procedure However, promptly paying your anesthesia bill ensures your credit remains in good standing and avoids late fees. The good news is that with Arkansas Anesthesia Associates, paying your bill online is quick, easy, and secure In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through the simple steps to pay your Arkansas Anesthesia Associates anesthesia bill online using their convenient payment portal.
Overview of Arkansas Anesthesia Associates
Arkansas Anesthesia Associates (AAA) is a premier anesthesia services provider based in Little Rock Their team of top anesthesiologists and CRNAs deliver customized anesthesia care across facilities in central Arkansas AAA handles the anesthesia billing directly so you receive just one simple bill from them covering the anesthesia portion of your procedure.
AAA offers an online bill payment system to make it fast and easy for patients to pay their anesthesia bills. By logging into your secure online account you can view your balance make a payment, set up recurring payments, and more. Read on to learn how simple paying your AAA bill online can be.
Benefits of Paying Your AAA Bill Online
Paying your Arkansas Anesthesia Associates bill through their online patient portal offers many benefits:
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It’s fast – Make secure payments in just minutes from anywhere, anytime. Much quicker than mailing paper checks.
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Payment flexibility – The portal allows credit/debit cards, checking accounts, HSAs, and more. Choose the best option for you.
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Payment receipts – Receive instant payment confirmations and records for your files after paying online.
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Account access – View statements, balances due, and payment history all in one convenient place.
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Autopay – Easily set up recurring payments from your chosen account to avoid late fees.
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It’s mobile – Pay bills on-the-go with the payment portal mobile app.
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Paperless billing – Reduce clutter and go green by enrolling in paperless billing.
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Security – Your information is encrypted and securely stored when paying online.
How to Pay Your AAA Bill Online in 3 Simple Steps
Ready to pay your bill online? Here’s a quick 3-step walkthrough:
Step 1: Access the Online Payment Portal
Go to the Arkansas Anesthesia Associates online payment website. First-time users will need to create an account using their AAA account number, name, DOB, etc. Existing users can simply log in.
You can also access the portal via the free mobile app by searching “Anesthesia BillPay” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Step 2: Review Your Balance & Select Payment Method
Once logged into the portal, select your account to view your outstanding AAA balance. Click “Make Payment” to proceed.
You will then select your preferred payment method:
- Credit/Debit Card
- Bank Account
- HSA/FSA Account
- CareCredit Healthcare Credit Card
Enter the details for your chosen payment method. Make sure all info is accurate.
Step 3: Submit Payment
Finally, confirm your payment details including the total payment amount and processing date. Click “Submit Payment” to pay your AAA anesthesia bill.
You will see a payment confirmation screen and receive an emailed receipt. In minutes, your bill is paid and you are all finished!
Helpful Tips for Managing Your AAA Account
Beyond just making one-time payments, be sure to take advantage of all the helpful account management features within the AAA online and mobile portal:
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Set up autopay so your bill gets paid automatically each month by linking to your credit card or bank account. One less thing to remember!
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Sign up to receive email or text alerts when a new eStatement is available or a payment is due so you never miss a bill.
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Review your full account history and statements going back several months to verify past charges. Download or print statements if needed.
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Update your contact information, insurance details, and payment methods inside the portal so AAA always has your most current info.
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Contact AAA’s billing department by phone or email if you have any questions or issues with your charges or billing statements.
Pay Your AAA Bill Today!
Self-Pay Patients
For those patients who do not have current active health insurance or who do not wish to use their health insurance, Capital Anesthesia Partners offers a discounted self-pay price for anesthesia if payment is made in full on the date of the procedure. The cost of anesthesia services is $500 per encounter. This price is irrespective of whether a single procedure (e.g. a colonoscopy or an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)) or a double procedure (when a colonoscopy and EGD are performed at the same time) is performed. Read more.
Screening Colonoscopy Anesthesia Insurance Benefit
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has allowed for several preventative services, such as colonoscopies, to be covered at no cost to the patient. However, there are federal legislation limitations that may prevent patients from taking advantage of this provision, thereby resulting in out-of-pocket costs.
If you are age 50 years or older (45 years old or greater for African Americans due to an increased risk of colorectal cancer) AND have no personal history of gastrointestinal disease, colon polyps and/or colon cancer AND you are scheduled for a “screening” colonoscopy, your insurance company will almost always pay the anesthesia fee in full. However, if there is a post-operative diagnosis other than “normal colon” (such as if polyps are detected), the patient is no longer eligible for a screening colonoscopy benefit under the ACA and a patients unmet deductible, co-insurance or co-payment will apply. When a colonoscopy is performed due to a positive finding on a Cologuard® test, the colonoscopy is considered a diagnostic examination, not a screening, resulting in patient financial responsibility – irrespective of the findings of the colonoscopy. Additionally, once a patient has a screening colonoscopy that results in a post-operative diagnosis other than “normal colon” (such as if polyps are detected), the patient is no longer eligible for a screening colonoscopy benefit under the ACA for any future colonoscopy (irrespective of findings on subsequent procedures) and a patients unmet deductible, co-insurance or co-payment will apply.
Several gastroenterology professional associations have long called for closing this loophole. Additionally, Capital Anesthesia Partners wrote letters to federal legislators and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services advocating for this exact change as access to high-quality colon cancer screening through a colonoscopy – long considered the “gold standard” screening method – will help identify polyps and cancer earlier.
In 2020, The Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2020, which was included in the COVID Relief Bill, was passed by Congress and signed into law. The law closes a signifiant loophole in the Affordable Care Act. Previously, if polyps were discovered during a screening colonoscopy, the procedure changes from screening to diagnostic resulting in patient financial responsibility including deductibles, co-insurance and co-payments. These costs associated with a diagnostic colonoscopy acted as a deterrent to screening. The new law lowers this out-of-pocket cost sharing until it is completely phased out in 2030. Read more. You can also view a flowchart prepared by the AGA Institute for additional information.
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How are anesthesia services billed?
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How does anesthesia BillPay work?
We have decades of experience in making billing easier for anesthesia services for millions of patients each year. Anesthesia BillPay manages the payment process from there so your healthcare provider can stay focused directly on patient care.
What is Arkansas Anesthesia Associates PLLC?
Arkansas Anesthesia Associates Pllc is a Medical Group with three practice offices located in 1 state and 2 cities in the USA.
How do patients pay their bill?
No-hassle. Patients can pay their bill online, by phone, or by mail. We also offer additional options for patients who need help paying their bill including financial assistance, payment plans, and the ability to speak with our Patient Financial Service Team. If you have questions, contact us at (833) 707-0722