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- AARP Medicare Complete insurance through United Healthcare.
- Aetna.
- Amerigroup.
- Community Health Plan of Washington – for specialty care locations only.
- Humana.
- Kaiser Foundations Health Plan of Washington – Not designated as in network. ...
- Molina Healthcare of Washington.
- Premera Blue Cross Medicare Advantage.
Does my insurance cover the care I need at Swedish?
Since plan coverage changes from time to time, you should always verify that your plan covers the care you need at Swedish before making an appointment. We are a diverse group of medical professionals, and not all medical providers are contracted with the same insurance plans as the hospital or clinics. Find your insurance carrier and plan below.
How do I get more information about Swedish Hospital?
For more information, call our administrative office at 773-271-0880. Swedish Hospital is operating under enhanced safety protocols to provide a comfortable and safe environment for our patients, physicians, nurses and hospital staff.
Why choose Swedish physician partners?
Swedish Physician Partners serves the medical needs of thousands of individuals in our community by working to ensure high-quality and cost-effective medical care and a smooth transition between dedicated primary care physicians and world-class specialists. Our physicians participate with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and Humana.
Is Swedish in-network with Premera networks?
Swedish is considered out-of-network with the following Premera networks: Please note, patients assigned to an Independent Practice Association (IPA) may require a special authorization from the IPA before seeing a Swedish provider.
What EHR does Swedish Medical Center use?
Epic EHR SystemSwedish Medical Center Implements Integrated Content Management Solution With Epic EHR System. Since 1910, Swedish Medical Center (SMC) has been a leader in progressive healthcare in the Pacific Northwest.
Is Swedish in network for Premera?
Swedish is considered in-network with the following Premera networks: Premera Foundation and Foundation Plus 1. Premera Global.
Is Swedish Medical Center a Magnet hospital?
We are extremely honored and proud to announce that Swedish Hospital has attained Magnet Recognition for the third time, a testament to the continued dedication of our excellent nursing practice and interdisciplinary teams.
Who owns Swedish hospitals?
Providence Health & ServicesSwedish is affiliated with Providence Health & Services, a Catholic, not-for-profit organization founded by the Sisters of Providence in 1856. With more than 76,000 employees, Providence operates 34 hospitals and 475 physician clinics across five states.
Does Premera Blue Cross cover international?
International travel Register on the BlueCross BlueShield Global Core website to find doctors and hospitals outside of the United States. You will most likely be asked to pay the bill directly; be sure to get a copy and mail or scan and submit the claim to Premera via your online account.
How does health insurance work in Sweden?
The Health and Medical Services Act states that Sweden's health system must cover all legal residents. Coverage is universal and automatic. Emergency coverage is provided to all patients from the European Union, European Economic Area countries, and nine other countries with which Sweden has bilateral agreements.
Why is Swedish Medical Center called Swedish?
Dr. Nils August Johanson founded Swedish Hospital in 1910 as Seattle's first modern nonprofit medical facility. Dr. Johanson was an immigrant from Sweden and was the father-in-law of Seattle businessman Elmer Nordstrom; the medical center's name pays tribute to Johanson's heritage.
How many beds does Swedish hospital have?
668Swedish Health Services / Number of beds
What percentage of hospitals are Magnet designated?
8%Only about 8% of US Hospitals achieve Magnet designation. There are currently 475 Magnet Hospitals in the nation and 34 of those are in California.
Is Swedish Medical Center for profit?
Swedish Medical Center Foundation is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Is Swedish part of UW Medicine?
UW and Providence-Swedish both hope to extend their new network offerings to other large regional employers. When open-enrollment starts for eligible Boeing workers this fall, they will be able to choose one of the two networks for their care. For UW, the deal has been in the works for about two years.
Did Providence buy Swedish?
The newspaper reported that after Providence acquired Swedish, it sought to increase revenues by implementing measures that would provide incentives to surgeons to perform high-risk, high-cost procedures in high volume.
How do I get a copy of my medical records?
To request a copy of your medical records, please download, complete and fax our Authorization Form for Use and Disclosure of Protected Health Information. Visit our Medical Records section for instructions and to access the form.
Who do I contact if I have a complaint or concern about my care?
Swedish's Patient Advocate is available at (303) 788-6406. You also can e-mail us or send a letter to our Chief Nursing Officer at 501 E. Hampden Ave., Englewood, CO 80113. Please refer to our Notice of Privacy Practices for more detailed information.
What insurance plans does Swedish accept?
As with all hospitals, Swedish accepts Medicare, Medicaid and Champus insurances. The other common primary care programs we accept include:
Who do I call for billing or financial questions?
For detailed information on paying a bill or asking financial questions, please visit our Registration & Bill Payment page. Swedish offers secure online bill payment for patients who received treatment on or after October 24, 2006.
How do I get an estimate of costs for a specific procedure or service?
Call (888) 824-7655 if you need an estimate of the cost for a procedure or service in advance. Payment options are available for self pay and uninsured patients.
How do I reach a patient representative or advocate?
Patient advocates or representatives can be reached by calling (303) 788-6406.
Will my medical information be private?
Our Notice of Patient Privacy Statement explains how health information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can get access to that information.
How accurate are estimates?
SwedishAmerican, a Division of UW Health, works hard to provide accurate estimates. However, it is important to understand that because of the personalized nature of healthcare, patient differences and the potential for unforeseen complications we cannot provide an estimate guarantee.
Accepted Insurance Plans
Listed below are the health insurance plans accepted by SwedishAmerican Hospital, SwedishAmerican Home Health Care and SwedishAmerican Medical Group clinics. This information is provided for general reference only, and is subject to change without notice. Please see the disclaimer at the bottom of this page.
No Surprises Act
When you get emergency care or get treated by an out-of-network provider at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, you are protected from surprise billing or balance billing.