2077 Pratt Hwy, Birmingham, AL, 35214
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Alabama
$2,121 – $6,671
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,121–$6,671. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“The family of James “Sonny” Dickerson would like to thank Crystal and the entire staff at Bell Funeral Home for the outstanding service and care we received this past week. Crystal was so attentive and responsive and did an AMAZING job from start to finish. She is a wonderful asset to your staff and we could not have asked for more. Bell has always taken incredible care of our family and we would highly recommend them to anyone! Thank you Crystal for all you did for us!”
— Roxanne Aldridge
“This funeral home deserves more than a five star rating, if I could give it 10 I would! Frankie and his staff go above and beyond for their customers.. I have been to other funeral homes where they are rude and rip you off in a time of need when you are vulnerable! This funeral home was amazing to us and I will never forget that and will recommend them to everyone I know! Please go and visit and give them your business! you will not regret it!”
— Tammy Jennings
“Framkie and all the staff at Bell Funeral home made me and my family so comforted during a time utter sorrow. The death of my mother was completely unexpected and sudden and the staff made us all feel comforted. During a time when you can't even think they made everything a little less overwhelming. They facility is so nice and clean. My entire family has used Bell for many years and I don't ever remember it being like this. My momma would have been so thankful that not only did they take care of her, they took care of us as well.”
— Brandy Mitchell
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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