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            • Samaritan Ministries International

              6000 N Forest Park Dr Peoria, IL 61614-3556

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            • Samaritan Ministries International

              6000 N Forest Park Dr Peoria, IL 61614

              BBB Accredited Business

            • Samaritan Ministries International

              PO Box 3618 Peoria, IL 61612-3618

              BBB Accredited Business

            Business ProfileSamaritan Ministries International

            Health Sharing Ministries
            Multi Location Business
            BBB accredited business

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            The BBB encourages consumers to read all of the information thoroughly and to understand that becoming a member of this organization does not replace your health insurance and the company is not able to guarantee you will receive anything more than a monthly newsletter.
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            6000 N Forest Park Dr

            Peoria, IL 61614-3556

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            (888) 268-4377

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            Customer Reviews

            3/5

            Average of 2 Customer Reviews

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            Customer Complaints

            1 complaints closed in last 3 years

            1 complaints closed in last 12 months

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            BBB Rating & Accreditation

            BBB accredited businessA+

            Accredited Since: 1/15/2017

            Years in Business: 33

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            This company offers a membership with their organization that accepts monthly contributions, in addition to a $170.00 annual administrative fee, that is given to other members that incur a medical need to help pay the bill. The company claims they are not an insurance company, stating on their website: "Please remember, Christian Health Care Newsletter is not an insurance company. As you read through these materials, keep in mind that we are not registered or licensed by any insurance board since we are not practicing the business of insurance. We collect no premiums, take no risks, nor do we promise anything in return other than to publish a monthly newsletter which will suggest a need for you to share emotionally, spiritually and financially in the burdens of other members."

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            This is a multi-location business.

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            Samaritan Ministries International has 3 locations, listed below.

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              • Samaritan Ministries International

                6000 N Forest Park Dr Peoria, IL 61614-3556

                BBB Accredited Business

              • Samaritan Ministries International

                6000 N Forest Park Dr Peoria, IL 61614

                BBB Accredited Business

              • Samaritan Ministries International

                PO Box 3618 Peoria, IL 61612-3618

                BBB Accredited Business
              Location of This Business
              6000 N Forest Park Dr, Peoria, IL 61614-3556
              BBB File Opened:
              5/13/2009
              Years in Business:
              33
              Business Started:
              9/11/1991
              Business Started Locally:
              9/11/1991
              Business Incorporated:
              5/15/2001
              Accredited Since:
              1/15/2017
              Type of Entity:
              Corporation
              Alternate Business Name
              • American Ministry
              • Christian Health Care Newsletter
              Business Management
              • Mr. Mark Zander, CEO
              • Miss Andrea Dill, Social Media Marketing Specialist
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              Principal

              • Mr. Mark Zander, CEO

              Customer Contact

              • Miss Andrea Dill, Social Media Marketing Specialist
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              1 Customer Complaints

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              Most Recent Customer Complaint

              04/08/2024

              Complaint Type:
              Billing Issues
              Status:
              Resolved
              I was a paid member of Samaritan Industries, while I was self-employed, I then had a heart issue and was admitted to the ER at the hospital. Upon, getting released and my health back I received a $4000.00 bill from the hospital. I then followed the steps online to submit the bill to Samaritan Ministries. They then said I submitted it incorrectly. I then submitted it again with one of their representatives on the line walking me through. They once again denied my bill and sent me a question Physician Verification Form. I took the form to the ER several times, only to be told that they have never seen before and will not fill it out. I then made several calls to Samaritan and received no help. My bill is now in collections, and I have only been able to make small payments on it as my credit score weekends. They made everything so difficult and so I cannot submit my emergency bill for help.
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              Michelle K

              09/01/2024

              I have been with Samaritan Ministries for over 3 years now and have been very pleased. Unfortunately we have had several medical issues and all our needs have been covered. The system isn't perfect but if you read what's covered I new exactly what I was signing up for. They do not cover pre-existing or preventative care at this time. You also have to submit all your bills yourself, which isn't hard but when you are sick this can be difficult but you have an entire year to submit the paperwork. I new all this before hand. I've never had any surprises and am very pleased. Not only are have all our needs been covered but they are great with answering questions when we call and always offering to pray for us. In addition we receive prayer cards from fellow members.
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