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 Informative Facts
Concerning Our Services
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Do you have
questions about the procedures, treatments or services that we offer? |
Below
is a list of some frequently asked questions, but please feel free to call our office,
or email us at info@professionalevaluationgroup.com.
We want to answer your questions.
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Why
go to PEMG? Can't I go to my private physician for this
examination? |
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 PEMG has designed its
services specifically for preventive care. Many benefit plans
contract with PEMG directly for this service, a service that can only
be performed by PEMG. For patients that have options, many
choose PEMG because we are a one-stop medical center. For
example: each PEMG medical center provides a blood drawing service
(phlebotomy),
gynecological exams, sigmoidoscopy exams, electrocardiograms (EKG's),
and pulmonary function tests. On site x-rays are performed in
our Manhattan, Hicksville (Nassau), Centereach (Suffolk) and New
Jersey locations. Many physicians, in order to provide the same
medical tests listed above by PEMG in one appointment and in one
location, require patients to travel to different offices (e.g.
radiologist, gastroenterologist, gynecologist, lab, etc.). PEMG
also sends each patient a fully dictated medical report.
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How
does the examination process work with PEMG? |
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You begin by calling
PEMG at 516-935-4378 or 1-800-811-PEMG to schedule an appointment with
one of our customer service representatives. Once scheduled, you
will receive a confirmation letter in the mail with instructions on
how to prepare for the examination and directions to a specific PEMG
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What
is the cost of this physical examination benefit? |
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Most union benefit
plans cover the annual physical exam benefit cost. Some benefit
plans require a small co-pay of $5 or $10. The PEMG customer
service representative will be able to tell you if there are any
out-of-pocket costs. Many benefit plans have no out-of-pocket
costs associated with the annual physical examination. If you
are not covered for the examination and still want to pay for the
exam, PEMG will charge a very competitive rate for the medical tests
performed.
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- Who
processes the medical insurance forms / billing?
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PEMG processes all medical insurance forms
on your behalf. If there is a coordination of benefit issue with
a spouse or eligible child, please tell the PEMG customer service
representative at the time of scheduling the examination.
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- Does
Medicare cover the cost of a physical exam?
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No, but many
union benefit plans cover retirees and spouses for this benefit, even
retirees on Medicare. A PEMG customer service representative can
assist you with the proper information about your specific benefit
plan.
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How
far in advance should I call to make an appointment? |
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 Our PEMG
customer service representatives schedule patients approximately two
(2) weeks in advance. If there is a special need, make sure to
alert the PEMG customer service representative. PEMG will make
every effort to accommodate your request.
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- When do
I receive my medical results?
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Four to six
weeks from the date of the patient's visit, a comprehensive dictated
medical report is sent to the patient. Upon request, a medical
report will be sent to a patient's physician.
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PEMG will check with
your insurance company, and/or benefit fund office to check you and
your family's eligibility. PEMG is a participating provider of
GHI, Magnacare, Vytra (Suffolk County), Empire Blue Cross PPO and
Multiplan. Each plan has specific benefit plan benefits.
Each medical plan has different eligibility requirements. Most
plans cover spouses, some plans even cover eligible children.
Your PEMG customer service representative will answer any questions.