Information for Patients
Appointments are required to see the doctor
Call 412-321-4001 to make an appointment.
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your appointment to ensure you are ready to see the provider at your scheduled time.
Bring your insurance card (or proof of income), ID, co-pay, and medications.
If you are late your appointment may be rescheduled.
Referrals
Depending on your healthcare insurance plan, you may need a referral from NSCHC in order to see a specialist or schedule a procedure, such as an x-ray or colonoscopy. You must schedule an appointment with the physician or facility and then call the Health Center for a referral. You will need to provide us with:
Your insurance identification number
The specialist's phone and fax number
The specialist's provider number
A referral request should be submitted at least one week prior to the appointment. NSCHC has a referral agreement with Allegheny Heath Network for uninsured or underinsured patients for services at a discounted rate.
Medical Records transfers to NSCHC
If you received medical treatment at another facility and would like your medical records transferred to NSCHC, you must complete a Release of Information Form in order for the North Side Christian Health Center to obtain your medical records from that facility. You will need to include the complete name, address and phone and fax number of the other facility, as well as the dates you were seen.
Transfers from NSCHC to Another Practice
If you request that your medical records be sent from the NSCHC to another physician or practice, you must sign a Release of Information Form instructing NSCHC what information you’re requesting and where to send.
Transfers from NSCHC to Non-Medical Facility
To obtain copies of your NSCHC records, for yourself or non-medical facility, complete a Release of Information Form. The fee for this service is $30.00.
Click here to download the Release of Information Form.