What to Expect
What to Expect from National Hernia Network
- Call National Hernia Network (NHN) at (800) 618-2466.
- NHN staff completes contact sheet.
- NHN staff sets up initial consultation with NHN hernia surgeon of patient’s choice.
- After initial consultation, hernia surgery is scheduled by hernia surgeon’s office.
- Patient sends cashier’s check to NHN for payment in full for hernia care three business days prior to surgery.
- After hernia surgery, NHN staff follows up with patient to see how they are doing.
- Patient sends receipts for pain medications to NHN for reimbursement.
- NHN staff deposits cashier’s check and pays hernia surgeon, anesthesiologist and facility.
- “Paid in full” receipt is sent to patient.
- Patient sees hernia surgeon for post-op visit and is usually released after first or second visit.