Paying your medical bills can be confusing and stressful. Hospital billing departments often make it difficult to find information on payment options. Fortunately, Sarasota Memorial Hospital (SMH) offers a convenient online bill pay system at www.smh.com/billpay. This article will provide a step-by-step guide to paying your SMH bill online.
Why Pay Online?
Paying your hospital bills online has several advantages over paying by phone mail or in person
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It’s fast and easy – The online payment process takes just a few minutes There’s no need to wait on hold or drive to the hospital
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Pay anytime, anywhere – The SMH online bill pay system is accessible 24/7 from your computer or mobile device.
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Multiple payment options – Online bill pay allows you to pay with credit/debit card electronic check or PayPal.
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View billing statements – You can view, download and print your current and past billing statements directly through the online portal.
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Manage payments – The portal allows you to see your payment history, scheduled payments, and update payment methods.
How to Pay Your Bill Online
Follow these simple steps to pay your SMH bill online:
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Go to www.smh.com/billpay – Use any web browser to navigate to the SMH online bill pay website.
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Log in or sign up – If it’s your first time, click “New User” to create an account. Otherwise, enter your username and password.
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Select a patient – Choose which family member you’re paying for from the dropdown menu.
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Select a payment method – Options include credit/debit card, electronic check, and PayPal.
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Enter payment details – Fill in your card number, account details, or log into your PayPal account.
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Choose a payment amount – Enter the exact amount you wish to pay, or select the option to pay the balance in full.
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Schedule payment date – Pay immediately or pick a future payment date.
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Review and submit – Double check that all details are correct before clicking submit.
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Get confirmation – You will receive an on-screen and email confirmation when your payment is complete.
It’s that easy! The whole process takes just a few minutes.
Payment Options Overview
SMH offers several ways to pay your bill online:
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Credit/Debit Card – All major cards accepted, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
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Electronic check – Also known as an ACH payment or eCheck. Uses your checking account and routing number.
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PayPal – Securely link your PayPal account to make one-time or recurring payments.
No additional fees are charged for paying online. You can make a one-time payment or set up recurring payments on a schedule.
Billing FAQs
Paying your medical bills can get confusing, but SMH aims to make the process as easy as possible. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about billing and online payments:
What if I don’t have my bill? Don’t worry – you can still make a payment through the online portal without a paper bill. Your balance will display when you log in.
Which health insurance plans are accepted? SMH accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Refer to their website for a full list.
What if my insurance didn’t cover everything? After insurance pays its portion, you are responsible for any remaining patient responsibility balances, which can be paid online.
When is my bill due? Hospital bills are typically due within 30 days of receiving your statement. Payment plans and financial assistance are available for those who qualify.
Is financial assistance available? Yes, SMH offers discounted rates and payment plans based on your income and family size. Apply for financial assistance here.
How do I dispute a charge? If you disagree with a billed amount, contact the SMH billing department immediately to have your concerns addressed.
Can I get an estimate of costs? Yes, you can call ahead for an estimate of your out-of-pocket costs for non-emergency medical services.
The Benefits of Paying Online
Paying your SMH bill through the online portal has many benefits:
- Convenience – 24/7 access from anywhere
- Speed – Payments processed instantly
- Security – Encrypted transactions
- Control – Manage payments and view statements
- No fees – Free to pay online
- Simple – Easy to use system
So don’t wait – log into www.smh.com/billpay today and get one step closer to resolving your hospital bill! Paying online is the quickest and easiest way to take care of your balance.
SMH | Ochsner Hospital and Clinic Patients
If you had a hospital visit or a clinic visit with an SMH | Ochsner provider, you can login to the MyOchsner patient portal to pay your bill.
If you received services such as anesthesiology, X-ray or other medical imaging, or certain lab or specialist services, you may receive a bill directly from that physician group. This is in addition to and separate from your SMH hospital bill. The following list includes the facility-based physician groups that you may receive a separate bill from:
Ochsner Clinic, LLC – New Orleans,
Phone: (800) 343-0269
1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, Louisiana 70121
Schumacher Health d/b/a Vincent Emergency Group, LLC,
Phone: (888) 703-3301;
P.O. Box 731584, Dallas, Texas 75373-1584
Schumacher Health d/b/a Vincent Emergency Group, LLC,
Phone: (888) 703-3301;
P.O. Box 731584, Dallas, Texas 75373-1584
P.O. Box 600021, New Orleans, Louisiana 70160-0021
The Delta Pathology Group,
Phone: (877) 246-8151
P.O. Box 3780, Department 10-016, Tupelo, Mississippi 38803-3780
Pathology Associates of Mid LA,
Phone: (877) 246-8151 (Clinical Lab Charges)
P.O. Box 3780, Department 10-017, Tupelo, Mississippi 38803-3780
Ochsner Clinic, LLC-New Orleans
Phone: (800) 343-0269
You may request information from your health insurance as to whether the above-referenced physicians are contracted with your health plan and under what circumstances you may be responsible for payment of any amounts not paid by your health insurance.