If I could give them 0 stars I would. I went to Quest for regular bloodwork. Everything seemed fine until my doctor called to receive my results. Turns out they performed another persons tests on me. They gave my doctor this other girl's name, the tests she needed, and the name of her doctor, completely violating HIPPA. My doctor immediately shared the error and they assured her they would be investigating the incident. I also called to ask what happened, and was also given the confidential information of the other patient whose tests they performed on me. Her name, doctor name, and tests were in my Quest portal as well. When I called, I was assured an investigation would take place and I would not be billed.
A month later, I received a bill from Quest for the incorrect services. They billed my insurance over $700 for this incorrect service. I called their customer service many times. Found out that the original investigation never took place. Asked to start an investigation, was told I'd hear back in 24 hours. 48 hours later, I called back again. This agent couldn't find any record of an investigation - so those first two investigations I was told were happening simply didn't happen. At this point, I've talked to over 10 Quest employees, asked for multiple investigations, was assured I would not be billed, and everything I was told would happen did not happen. I finally submitted a HIPPA complaint with the Department of Health & Human Services, which finally got Quest's attention. Apparently they don't care about their mistakes until it could affect them.
After the HIPPA complaint, Quest told me again that an investigation would take place, but a few weeks later I received a letter saying they looked into the situation and there was no evidence of any wrongdoing...which is a joke. If you look at my account, you can see the other girl's name, doctor, and tests that were ordered for her. Everyone I've talked to at Quest has acknowledged the error. I even had someone from the Halsted location call me, apologize for what happened, and assure me the bill would be voided. That never happened. The bill is still active.
Quest is an absolute joke of a company. Their customer service hangs up on you. Their agents tell you they will be helping you and do absolutely nothing to follow up. They don't take issues seriously even when it is a serious violation of privacy and ethics. They don't make these issues right even when they say they will. Others should know to avoid this place at all costs unless you want to spend hours of your life trying to fix their mistakes. read more