Financially, the hospital is not able to bear the burden of losses associated with charge accounts. Rather than increase our fees by as much as 5-10% to cover the costs associated with an “accounts receivables” department, we would prefer to keep our fees as reasonable as possible.
Payment Options:
You can choose from:
- Cash, Debit, MasterCard®, American Express®, Discover Card®
- Checks with valid ID
- CareCredit® Healthcare Credit Card
CareCredit offers convenient Monthly Payment Options¹ which allow you to begin treatment today and pay over time.
Subject to credit approval
For some treatments or hospitalized care, a deposit may be required. In such instances requiring surgical intervention, prolonged hospitalization, emergent or extensive care, a deposit - equaling half of the estimated fees provided will be required before treatment begins. All balances must be paid in full at the time the patient is discharged, no exceptions. We are not required by law to release a patient if the services are unpaid, and we reserve this right.
Returned checks will be charged a $35 fee. Failure to pay this debt within ten (10) days will result in the relinquishing of your file to the County Solicitor for prosecution. Any additional collection efforts and legal fees made will be billed accordingly. The practice of “post-dating” or “holding” checks is considered an unethical business practice; therefore, we cannot accept this as a form of payment. We are bound by South Carolina law to follow acceptable financial guidelines.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. We are here to provide the best veterinary care available for your pet.
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