Ann Quinn

Review of Meriter-UnityPoint Health

I have never been to Meriter before and I can sadl...

I have never been to Meriter before and I can sadly say that I will never return. I work in the healthcare industry and was having crippling pains when I decided I must seek help and go somewhere where I could see an OB quickly. I was seen by an ER Physician, who had no clue what was happening and was very far from diagnosing my condition. Since it was an OB issue I chose Meriter as I was sure I could see an OB to review my case (I had called my OB who had no opening for over two weeks and I needed emergency help). Instead, I was tested for STDs (been monogamous with my husband) and was told that I should call the residency clinic down the road to be seen by a resident OB and sent on my way. The OB Clinic was not able to get me in that week when I was assured it would be the next couple days by the ER physician.

I now can view my claim for $2400! $400 of which is for STD testing, not even remotely was the cause. I see patients all day long and will tell everyone I see not to go to Meriter as you will not receive the help you need and will most likely not see any specialist. And you will get charged for tests that do not apply to you. I can see why Meriter has now had to Merge with UW and why the cost of healthcare is so astronomical in this country.