Beaumont Emergency Hospital is under construction and our staff is hard at work. Because coming soon is something to get excited about. But that doesn't mean our doors are closed. We're still here at Beaumont Emergency Hospital 24/7 ready for you. That means you'll still seen within minutes and … [Read more...] about Beaumont Emergency Hospital is Under Construction
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It’s Time To Take A Stand For Emergency Care
With the end of the Texas legislative session coming on May 27, 2019, it’s time to take a stand. Insurance companies are doing what they do best…delaying and denying to avoid covering their patients. We are fighting for several bills that protect patients and hold insurance companies … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Take A Stand For Emergency Care
How the Texas Legislature can fulfill “our promise to patients” this session
By Eric McLaughlin, M.D. & Board Member, Texas Association of Freestanding Emergency Centers (TAFEC) Texas consumers increasingly have their access to emergency medical care delayed or altogether thwarted, and their coverage for legitimate care denied. After witnessing this alarming trend, … [Read more...] about How the Texas Legislature can fulfill “our promise to patients” this session
Freestanding ERs seeking Medicare and Medicaid Recognition
BASTROP, Texas (Nexstar) -- Texas is home to more than 200 independent, freestanding emergency centers. They aren’t affiliated with a hospital and aren’t recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, so people with that insurance may have to pay full price if they go there. Sen. … [Read more...] about Freestanding ERs seeking Medicare and Medicaid Recognition
Texas Standard Takes On BCBS of Texas’ New Rules Limiting ER Coverage
WITH BLUE CROSS BILLING CHANGES, SOME PATIENTS COULD BE FOOTING E.R. BILLS IN FULL Texas’ largest healthcare insurer recently said that HMO subscribers may have to pay the whole bill for out-of-network emergency room visits if the health problem isn’t deemed serious enough. Read More @ Texas … [Read more...] about Texas Standard Takes On BCBS of Texas’ New Rules Limiting ER Coverage
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas Puts Profits Over Patients’ Lives
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas announced that they will start implementing a new policy to deny patients coverage for their emergency room visit unless THEY deem the condition was an emergency... after the fact. This dangerous policy has already been implemented in 7 other states, but in all cases … [Read more...] about Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas Puts Profits Over Patients’ Lives
Underpaid Insurance Claims… Who Really Pays?
Have you ever wondered why your insurance premiums keep going up while your network shrinks and your insurance company reports BILLION$ in record profits? It's simple, they have perfected the art of UNDERPAYING. We PAY our health insurance premiums… EVERY MONTH — ON TIME — & IN FULL. These rules … [Read more...] about Underpaid Insurance Claims… Who Really Pays?
Easter Funday 2017
Beaumont Emergency Hospital hosted EASTER FUNDAY on April 15, 2017. We had a variety of activities for the kids that included free pictures with the Easter Bunny, Magician Train Rides, and an Ice Cream Egg Hunt. Thanks to all who attended the event! We had a wonderful time with you and your … [Read more...] about Easter Funday 2017
Texas Senate Bill Limits Health Care Options For State Employees
If you are or know a State of Texas employee, you should know about a new Texas Senate budget rider that would limit your options for care in the event of a medical emergency. On Wednesday, March 15, 2017, the Senate Finance Committee voted to add a rider to Senate Bill 1, the Senate budget bill, … [Read more...] about Texas Senate Bill Limits Health Care Options For State Employees
Merry Christmas From Beaumont Emergency Hospital
Although we treat serious emergencies, we hope you'll enjoy our new, light-hearted Christmas commercial! Merry Christmas this Winter from Beaumont Emergency Hospital. … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas From Beaumont Emergency Hospital
