Which cards are required for patient registration?

• A. Insurance Card
• B. ID & Insurance
• C. Driver's License
• D. Passport

Answer: (B)

When registering a patient, you need to verify who the patient is and how they will pay for services. That requires two things: a form of identification and proof of insurance. An ID confirms the patient’s identity, while the insurance card provides payer information, policy or group numbers, and coverage details needed for billing and authorization. Having both ensures accurate demographics, eligibility, and smooth claim submission.

Relying on only an insurance card misses who the person is, and relying on only an ID misses how the visit will be paid. A passport or driver’s license alone is an identification document, but without insurance information, you can’t properly set up billing. So the best practice is to have both an ID and an insurance card on file for patient registration.