Staff

Comprehensive Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Care has brought together a dedicated group of individuals who put the needs of every patient first. Given the often painful and uncomfortable circumstances under which we meet many of our patients, every member of our staff stands ready to make your time under our care as relaxed and informed as possible.

To meet each of our departments and learn more about how to reach them directly, please view the information below:

Our Administrative Staff

The Administrative Staff of Comprehensive Orthopaedics manages the day-to-day operations of our multi-physician practice. Our administrative staff serves as a liaison between hospital, physician, patient and office.

(203) 741-6547

Front Office and Secretarial Staff

The Front Office and Secretarial Staff serve to assist patients in setting appointments and managing and updating patient records. Our Front Office and Secretarial Staff prides itself on its efficiency and interpersonal skills. These staff members ensure that patients bring the necessary information to an appointment such as MRI or CAT Scan films.

Feel free to call your provider's secretary directly at the following extensions:

Dr. Biondino Lorri ext 1103
Dr. Covey Jeanette ext 1119 Site Coordinator
Dr. Driscoll Leslie ext 1112
Dr. Kolstad Celeste ext 1116 Site Coordinator
Dr. Paret Terri ext 1302
Dr. Pravda Nancy ext 1117
Dr. Zimmering Sharon ext 1156
D Foss APRN Tammi ext 1118

E-Mail: jsingarella@comcllc.com or cmauri@comcllc.com

The secretaries are available most days until 4pm. Any message left after 4pm is picked up the next business day. If a secretary is away, messages are always picked up in her absense. We look forward to hearing from you.

(203) 265-3280  |  Fax: 203 741-6569  |  » Email Front Office and Secretarial Staff

Insurance & Billing Department

The Insurance & Billing Department of Comprehensive Orthopaedics serves as a liaison between patient and insurance carrier to ensure that both patient and carrier are fully informed about the services Comprehensive Orthopaedics provides. This department also oversees patient payments as well as payments received from participating insurance plans. To find out if your insurance plan is accepted at Comprehensive Orthopaedics, please check out our list of participating health insurance plans.

Please contact any of our staff who would be delighted to help you!

General Billing Inquiries 203 265-3280 Option # To reach someone specifically, 741-6547 plus extensions below:

Felicia: Dept Manager ext 1128 Workers Comp
Arlene:  Insurance Verification Pre-Reg ext  1154
Jary: Blue Cross/Shield ext 1123
Luz: Medicare, UHC Surgical Billing ext 1125
Tonika: Connecticare, HealthNet ext 1147

The billing office is open from 9am to 4:30pm for telephone inquiries. Please feel free to leave us a message if you are calling after hours or e-mail us at fc@comcllc.com We look forward to hearing from you.

(203) 741-6547  |  Fax: 203 741-6575  |  » Email Insurance & Billing Department

Surgical Scheduling Department

Our Surgical Coordinators are responsible for booking patient surgeries at the appropriate facility. Our schedulers make every effort to accommodate your needs and process all the necessary hospital paperwork and insurance authorizations that may be necessary.

(203) 265-3280

Medical Records Department

Comprehensive Orthopaedics has a full Compliance Program and adheres to the State of Connecticut's regulations regarding PHI or Patient Health Information. When contacting our Medical Records Department, appropriate identifications will be requires, along with various signed permissions in order to assist you. We use Allscripts electronic health record, and process within the 30 day time limits required by the State. You may call Medical Records at 741-6547 X 1103. This department is open until 4pm each day, and you may leave a message at any time, which is generally picked up on the following business day.

(203) 741-6547  |  Fax: 203 741-6575  |  » Email Medical Records Department

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