Hey Everyone,
My husband and I are planning on starting a family and currently have Blue Cross Blue Shield and live in Westchester County, NY. However, Blue Cross Blue Shield no longer has a contract with the majority of Westchester County hospitals. I don't know what to do. For those in this position, where are you planning on delivering your new bundle of joy?
Any suggestions will be great. So far, I believe my only options are Hudson Valley Hospital in Corlandt Manor and Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel. Does anyone have any experience with the birthing centers at these hospitals? Also, if you have an OB/GYN affiliated with these hospitals that you would recommend, please let me know!!!
As you can see...I need help!
Thanks! Valerie
Re: Where are you delivering in Westchester County if you have Blue Cross Blue Shield?
Hi Valerie,
I live in Westchester too but I have different insurance. My OBGYN (who I LOVE) has an office in Mt. Kisco and in Carmel. I don't know for sure, but I would guess that if you visit the Carmel office that he would deliver you at Putnam... it wouldn't hurt to call and just ask. My dr's name is Dr. Berck with MKMG.
To answer the other part of your question- I don't know anyone that has delivered at Putnam (I don't have many friends with kids), but one of my girlfriends did deliver at Hudson Valley and loved it. She is getting ready to pop with the second and will be going there again.
I hope some of this helped. GL!!
I live in dutchess and have BC/BS and I am delivering in Connecticut.
However, my best friend delivered in Putnam and had a great experience...although, this was 8 years ago...but had a private room and said she'd totally do it again.
I work at White Plains and I just wanted to let you know they made a deal... so you dont have to worry about BC/BS! Go where you want to!!
Good luck!