Accepted Health Plans
We accept a wide range of health insurance plans to ensure that our services are accessible to as many patients as possible. If your plan is not listed, please get in touch with our team, and we will assist you in finding the best solution for your healthcare needs.
Online Bill Pay
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Preparing for your Procedure
Your physician will give you detailed instructions specific to your surgery. In the meantime, here are general steps to help you get ready:
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Your healthcare provider will review the procedure and explain any required preparations.
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You will receive a call to verify your personal and medical information.
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Standard facility fees cover most services; separate charges may apply for your surgeon and anesthesiologist.
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A signed surgical consent form is required before your procedure.
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Please arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home after surgery.
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Avoid smoking for at least 24 hours before and after your procedure.
The Night Before Surgery
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Do not eat or drink anything after midnight unless your doctor advises otherwise.
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Take only medications as directed by your provider.
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Notify your provider if you are or may be pregnant.
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Let your care team know if you’ve had any recent illness or contact with contagious diseases.
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Avoid drinking alcohol in the 24 hours leading up to your procedure.
Day of Surgery
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Do not eat or drink anything the morning of surgery.
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Only take medications your provider has specifically approved.
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Report any new symptoms or changes in your health, even minor ones.
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Do not use tobacco or consume alcohol on the day of your surgery.
Patient Rights and Responsibilities
At Portsmouth Surgery Center, we are committed to treating every patient with dignity, compassion, and respect. We fully comply with all applicable federal and civil rights laws, and we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, source of payment, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Upon admission, each patient will be informed of their rights and responsibilities. A copy of the Patient Rights and Responsibilities document is available upon request and can also be downloaded below.
Understanding Your Billing Rights & Protections
Protection from Surprise Medical Bills
You are protected from surprise billing (also called balance billing) in certain situations:
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Emergency services, even when provided by an out-of-network provider.
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Non-emergency services at an in-network facility when the provider is out-of-network.
Under these situations, you cannot be charged more than you’re in-network cost-sharing (copayments, coinsurance or deductible).
What is Balance Billing?
Balance billing means a provider bills you for the difference between what your health plan pays and the provider’s full charge. In many of the cases shown above — where you had no control over the provider — this practice is prohibited under New Hampshire law and federal law.
Your Protections Under Law
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You only owe your in-network cost-share for services protected by the law.
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Your cost-sharing counts toward your in-network deductible and out-of-pocket maximum.
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You are not required to waive these protections unless you knowingly agree to do so.
Good Faith Estimate (Uninsured or Self-Pay Patients)
If you don’t have insurance or decide to self-pay, you have the right to a Good Faith Estimate of expected costs before your non-emergency care. If your final bill is significantly higher than your estimate, you may dispute it.