Unethical and Fraudulent Billing Practice - Dr. Dranetz's Office…read more On May 12, I had my first visit with Dr. Dranetz. At checkout, I was informed by Lee Ann that the charge for the visit was $310. I was surprised, as I have Cigna PPO insurance and Dr. Dranetz is listed as an in-network provider. Lee Ann explained that I needed to "meet my deductible," which was confusing--deductibles are part of my insurance plan and not determined by the provider. On May 15, I received an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from Cigna showing the negotiated rate was $157. I immediately called the office and spoke with Lee Ann, who said she would look into it. I did not hear back, so I followed up on May 27. She then said she was waiting to hear from Cigna. By June 1, I still had no update. I had an appointment scheduled for June 2, but chose not to attend due to the unresolved billing issue. I called again on June 6, and was told they would refund my money--but would deduct a "no-show" fee. I contacted Cigna, and their representative called Lee Ann directly. I was told the issue was resolved and I would receive a refund. However, I was only refunded $53. To be clear: if a doctor knowingly bills you (or your insurance company) for more than the agreed-upon negotiated rate with your insurance company, it can be considered insurance fraud--specifically a type of billing fraud. I do not know whether this practice is directed by Dr. Dranetz or is a decision made solely by Lee Ann, but either way, it is unethical and potentially illegal. Patients deserve transparency and fairness--especially when dealing with in-network providers and insurance billing.

From the owner: David Dranetz was born and raised in Massachusetts, obtaining his undergraduate degree from Harvard…read moreUniversity in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He then attended Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, where he received his medical degree in 1988. He trained in Psychiatry, then served as a Psychiatrist, in the United States Army until 1995. He has over 30 years of experience in Psychiatry, in the areas of adult outpatient psychotherapy and medication management, hospital consultation, inpatient psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment. He has trained medical students in Psychiatry, having held the title of Assistant Professor at the Texas A&M University College of Medicine.