IS THERE A LESS THAN 100 STAR RATING AVAILABLE???
I am so upset and disappointed in the lack of care or concern by the entire office staff. Today was my first & last visit to this over the top unprofessional place. As I was checking into my appointment, I was informed by the receptionist that Dr. Roth does not accept my insurance plan. Wait.. What? When I called to make the appointment, I stated that Dr. Alexander JC Penny Eye Care) was referring me to Dr. Brass (keep this tidbit in mind). As she was taking my info, she asked me who was my carrier. I replied, and also stated that I already checked the website and Dr. Brass was listed. She replied, please call your insurance carrier as sometimes things will change and it may not be accurate on the website. Fair enough. I called, and sure enough Dr. Brass was part of network. So why when I show up today do I have an appointment with Dr. Roth? I already stated who I was referred to and that is who I wanted to see. If you knew that Dr. Roth does not take my insurance, why wouldn't you tell me? Or better yet, don't schedule me with him. Stated that I was really having issues that I was concerned about & needed to see someone today. She continued to say that Dr. Roth does not take the insurance--if I really wanted the appointment, I could have it and pay out of my pocket. Or, she said, you can come back tomorrow to see Dr. Brass. NO-- I took time off of work TODAY, because today was my appointment. They would not accommodate me. She asked me if I had asked Ins carrier if Dr. Roth was in network. NO-- because I thought I was seeing Dr. Brass!!! Another woman stepped in and stated over & over the same thing (as a 3rd listened through the sliding window) Then a 4th stepped out from behind the office & was just as rigid & rude as can be. When I asked again, why would you give me an appointment with a Dr that does not take my insurance? She stated, we typically tell you who you have the appointment with, so you can verify with your carrier. My response was, yeah, operative word there-- typically. As you DID not tell me or even lead me to believe I was not seeing Dr. Brass.
So I left in tears and very angry with the treatment I just incurred. My parents, who were waiting to bring me home, as I was told I could not drive after the appointment, saw how upset I was. They promptly drove me to their Dr. I spoke with a very professional woman- who CHECKED my coverage for me and gladly made an appointment for me. Yes, I have to take additional time off for the appointment. Which truthfully, I would have done to see either of your Dr's- but the simple fact that all 3 women were so indignant to think that I implied any miscommunication on their part-- that I will NEVER again step foot in there. I will make sure I tell EVERYONE who ever asks about my eye care to stay far away from you. I also called Dr. Alexander's office and suggested he choose a professional practice in his referrals. read more