Patient Information

Privacy Practices Notice
This notice describes how your medical information may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please read it carefully. The privacy of your medical information is important to us.


Notice to Patients

Notice Regarding Hospital Charges
"Pursuant to Alabama law, House Bill Number 1629, information relating to this Hospital's patient charges is available by accessing the State of Alabama website www.Alabamahealthstat.com"

Noticia Concerniente A Las Tarifas In Hospitales
"Segun lo accordado por la ley de la Alabama, Projecto de ley numero 1629, la informacion relacionada con la tarifa de pacientes in este hospital, esta disponible accessando la siguiente website www.Alabamahealthstat.com"


What Should I Bring?

MED-KEY Card.
Don't have one? Refer to the Med-Key page on our site to sign up for free membership and information!

Contact Information
You will be asked to provide your Social Security number, address and telephone information.

Insurance information
If you have an insurance card, bring it. In order to bill your insurance carrier(s) for services rendered, we will need the name of the carrier (company), their complete mailing address, your policy's group number and your personal identification number. If your insurance carrier requires a referral form, please bring it with you to your first appointment. If you are covered by Medicare or Medicaid, please bring the appropriate card as well. You may also be asked to pay for services not covered by insurance.

Medical History
If your visit is for a second opinion or on a physician's referral, you may need to bring medical records, x-rays, results from lab tests, pathology slides, or other materials. Your physician may have sent these to us already - be sure to ask your doctor before your visit here.

Advance Directive
If you have an Advance Directive (a living will and/or durable power of attorney for healthcare) please bring it with you.

What Should I Bring If I Need To Stay Longer?
Bring these items with you:
Personal toiletries, bathrobe, slippers or socks.
Any medications you usually take.
Your glasses, dentures, hearing aid, etc.
Any written instructions your physician may have provided.
A list of your current prescriptions is also helpful. Be sure to write your name on the containers and inform your nurse.


What Should I Leave At Home?

Jewelry & Other Valuables
Regional Medical Center has a safe for valuables in emergency situations only. We ask that you leave all valuables at home or with a family member when you come for outpatient procedures or inpatient care. We are not responsible for personal items that are lost or stolen on our premises.

Money and Credit Cards
A lot of money or extra credit cards are not necessary.(You may, however, want a few dollars to buy a magazine or a snack.)

Hair dryer, electric shaver, radio or other electrical appliances.