ASC, Outpatient Surgery, & Inpatient Surgery

When it comes to surgeries and procedures, did you know you can save money based on the facility you go to?

Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASC):

Many outpatient surgeries and procedures can be completed at an Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) for the lowest copay option for Alterwood Advantage members, a $50 copay at most! ASCs are facilities that provide same-day surgical care and can provide many advantages:

  • Reduced Medical Costs
  • Increased Physician Access
  • Convenience
  • Safe Environment
  • Easy Scheduling

If you have an upcoming outpatient surgery or procedure, ask your doctor if it can be completed at an ASC.

Learn more from our ASC Flyer.


Outpatient Hospital Surgery:

When an ASC is not the place for your outpatient surgery or procedure, find out if your scheduled appointment is at one of our preferred network hospitals or with one of our non-preferred network hospitals. The copay you pay for covered services will differ based on which you select.

Refer to the below document for a full list of preferred and non-preferred network hospitals.

Learn more from our Outpatient Surgery Flyer.


Inpatient Hospital Surgery:

Inpatient hospital services can be costly to patients. To help cut down on your cost, consider changing the location where you receive your services. There are multiple preferred hospital options within 5 miles from our non-preferred hospitals that you can access with your Alterwood Advantage benefits.

Refer to the below document for a full list of preferred and non-preferred network hospitals.

Learn more from our Inpatient Surgery Flyer.