Biomat USA Mobile, AL

Biomat USA Mobile, AL

Reviews Summary

The reviews show a mixed experience, with many praising the clean facilities, friendly staff, and efficient service, particularly noting professionalism and bonuses for donations. However, significant complaints highlight long wait times, inconsistent management, unprofessional behavior, and issues with payment accuracy. Some donors feel unfairly treated or turned away for unclear reasons. While loyal donors appreciate the atmosphere, others express frustration with inefficiency and poor communication. The center excels in customer service for some but fails to meet expectations for others, particularly regarding wait times and staff attitudes.

About This Listing

Ages 18-69
In order to donate plasma at Biomat USA Mobile, AL, you should make an appointment.

Who Can Donate?

Likely aged between 18 and 65 (some centers may allow up to 69 or older)
Weigh at least 110 pounds (requirements may vary slightly)
In general good health, as determined by a health screening
No tattoos, piercings, or permanent makeup within the past 4–12 months (timeframes may vary)
Provide a valid government-issued photo ID
Provide proof of a permanent address (requirements may differ)

*Note: Eligibility criteria may vary by center. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Donors

First-time donors will typically need to complete a medical history questionnaire and undergo a brief physical exam, which may include vital signs and blood tests. Some individuals may be temporarily or permanently deferred from donating based on health or other factors.

Common Reasons for Deferral:

Temporary Recent tattoo or piercing, recent pregnancy, certain medications (e.g., antibiotics), or recent illness
Permanent Certain chronic health conditions, such as Hepatitis or HIV

*Note: Deferral policies vary by center. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or military ID)
Proof of Social Security Number (e.g., Social Security card or tax document)
Proof of current address (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or official mail dated within the last 60 days)

*Note: Documentation requirements may differ by center.*

Preparing for Your Donation

Drink plenty of water or caffeine-free fluids (e.g., 4–6 glasses) 2–3 hours before donating
Eat a balanced, iron-rich meal within a few hours of your visit
Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours prior
Refrain from smoking 2–3 hours before your appointment
Avoid intense exercise for at least an hour before donating
Get adequate sleep the night before
Bring a list of any medications you’re currently taking
Postpone your visit if you’re feeling unwell

*Note: Preparation guidelines may vary by center.*

How to Get Started

Many centers allow walk-ins, but some may require appointments. Check with your local center.

Other Helpful Info

First visits may take around 1.5–2.5 hours due to the screening process
Repeat donations typically take 45–90 minutes
You may donate plasma up to twice per week, with at least 48 hours between donations (frequency may vary)
Some centers may offer a refer-a-friend program with incentives
Compensation, if offered, may be provided via cash, prepaid debit cards, or other methods (varies by center)

*Note: Policies, compensation, and procedures differ by center. Contact your local facility for details.*

Features

Ages 18-69
In order to donate plasma at Biomat USA Mobile, AL, you should make an appointment.

Contact Information

Address

3460 Demetropolis Rd

Mobile, Alabama 36693

Customer Reviews

Sign out front says walk in welcome but the desk attendant says by appointment only and even though I been here before and was able to access my profile online and at the center they turn me away for not having my ss card even though I had my I'd and was clearly in the system. Guess when you get paid by the hour in a business model like this you don't have to worry about customers per se. When your already working for a company that targets low income and people already struggling you can act however you wa

Extremely rude and unprofessional staff don't like to work. takes their time will not check people in when it close to closing. they dont want to save live

Extremely rude and unprofessional they wouldn't accept my lease because the date was whited out when I received my lease that way so I said ?that's crazy but ok? and the nurse said under her breathe ?I'm not doing this today? so I asked for a supervisor and the lady sat behind the supervisor calling me a liar and then refused to accept my other proof of address which was my power bill on Alabama power the supervisor sat there while the lady tried to argue with me even though I was ignoring her the lady had

The wait is way too long.. I've tried different days, different times, I've even been here at 4am trying to get in first before work... might as well go to work for the measly amount of money they give you.. this place is way understaffed, at most they only have 3 out of the 5 windows processing people in.

The first time was great and I probably wouldn't come back a third or fourth time of it wasn't for Perry at the front desk. He always makes me feel comfortable no matter what time of the day it is. They are very lucky to have him

I recently visited the local Biomat USA center, hoping to contribute to a worthy cause. Unfortunately, my experience was marred by the rude and unprofessional behavior of the front desk staff. Upon arrival, I was met with a lack of warmth and friendliness. The staff member at the front desk barely acknowledged my presence and seemed irritated when I asked a simple question about the donation process. Instead of providing guidance, I was met with curt answers and an eye-roll, making me feel unwelcome and unc

Grifols use to have a great staff but now they have a few employees that are rude and looking for an opportunity to turn you away so they don't have to work. This experience has made me never want to donate anywhere ever again. They treat you as if you're beneath them. I donate because my mom was sick and the plasma helped my mom live a little longer, she eventually passed. I wanted to help others the way it helped my mom, But some of your current staff has made me hate trying to donate. It's not all staff

Everyone is super nice. It's been a pretty pleasant experience. I've donated 3 times so far.

My experiences with you all is wonderful. The facility is really clean. Everyone there is super. The nurses that screen us in the front are so nice all the time. I'm slowly learning their names. The nurses in the back are the same way. Amazing. I feel like a member of a big family. They are so wonderful. Thank you all for helping me help patients who need is. It's so easy coming to see everyone there twice a week. I love them all. Thank you so much!

I have a big complaint against Reba the nurse.. same lady who has it n for my husband. On June 28th we had problems. I sent email and a gentleman named Michael had contacted me a few days Later. After our conversation he was supposed to call back to speak to my husband. He never did. Today after 4 months of not going back to this center he decided to go in today. He had everything he needed and once again Reba had to find some reason to not let him donate. Well it was recorded and I'm contacting a lawyer

They have a 10 donation system this month where you get a higher payout on each subsequent donation, but it's literally impossible to actually get to 10 donations. I tried talking to the guy that works up front about it, but he just blew me off in a very rude condescending tone.

I love the attitude of the people who work there and they are really nice people treat you with respect and kindness Awesome stuff that you have working there

I've been going here for a long time and just recently started having problems. Management really needs to start paying attention to that back room because it's turned into a party atmosphere with a stereo playing loud music. I've waited ten and fifteen minutes to get unhooked from the machine. Not only that, but someone was put across from me who waited a half hour to be hooked up. The workers wander around or stand off to the side and gossip instead of paying attention to customers. Everything is fine unl

So much nicer then CSL Plasma, no crowds or loud, ghetto homeless people. Donations are $50/$75 a week, new donors get $100 first 4-5 donations. Clean and organized, the machines are newer, run efficiently, fewer problems, fewer deferrals. Only negative thing I have to say was the ladies room was yucky.

They never have enough people working and they don't know how to work the machines properly. They take their time like they're all on lunch break and argue with each other in front of donors. They skip individuals for others and can't even stay organized. They don't know how to properly stick a needle into people?s arms and have messed up my donating on multiple occasions. I'm here now and have been waiting just to donate for an hour. Find people who wanna work or else close. It's absurd and takes entirely

Gets worse every time I come here. Takes for ever to get screened. Takes for ever to get on a bed, cause they don't want to open other beds. Takes for ever to get needle out. Last time I was here the lady pushed the cart over to me then walked across the room and talks to another employee. This used to be a good place to donate. I was looking at reviews from last year and they were good. Stop apologizing for bad service and do something about it.

The rudest most blood boiling people I've ever met, and this is Mobile ! 6 years military and I have a crater in my arm at 24, I've donated all over mobile since I was 18. I cannot wait to not have to come back to this place. First day I came in the nurse wasn't seeing anybody anymore and it was 1pm, so I made an appointment for the next day . Upon entering the next day I tried to sign in and tell the lady I had an appointment. She without looking up anything looked at me and said yeen a new Donor and you d

The first visit was great, regardless of them being shorthanded they were fairly quick for how busy they were. The staff was very friendly and helpful with any questions I had. Doing my 2nd donation now, and its still a very pleasant environment. Very professional and nice. I'll definitely be recommending this facility to others.

Good at wasting your time. Went there yesterday with a bruise on my arm from them having to adjust the needle and getting restruck in my other arm. They was going to let me donate except my pulse was too high and told me I could come back today. I come back today, just for them to tell me I couldn't donate until the bruise is healed. Like why have me go thru all of this and not tell me to begin with. They act like you are an inconvenience to them. I have been donating with the company for may years, I will

Been going here for years and only had a few things go wrong, but they were immediately handled! Everyone is very nice most of the time lol, we all have our moments though so no problem and totally understandable.

Rude and inappropriate staff. Does not value or appreciate your time or security of the process. Expect to wait 4+hours for any visit. Also watched the nurse Tammie and another staff member divulge information about another donor deferral reason after she left . They were so busy being egregious they didn't even pay attention to my creeping ears listen to them speak about her personal health information (in a common area). Don't trust any positive reviews you see about this location. I can promise it's a li

Lab personnel are rude and disrespectful. I will not be cursed at!!!! So the employees here are very rude and this will be my last time. When you report a problem they find a way to blame you for something.

Don't waste your time. The health regulations and their information line both state that you can donate twice in one week as long as they are 48 hours apart. But what they don't tell you is that the 1st week you go, whatever days you went on that week become set days. Meaning if you donate on Tuesday and Friday the first week, and the next week you show up on Monday (well over the 48 hours from Friday) they won't let you donate. You have to skip a whole week to get a new set of days.

Just went here for the first time, only to be turned away on a claim of not having a good address. The staff told me that I have to have a 6 month to a year lease to donate, only AFTER sitting there for two and a half hours, AND doing more than half of the required paperwork. There is absolutely NO information on this on their website. The staff greeted me fine, but ended up just chatting with each other and seemed to ignore all other concern. I wasnt the only one in there who saw this behavior. I'm deeply

Been going there for a few years. They need to spend time training the employees on how to properly stick the vein. Only 2 ladies are able to stick me properly. The others have fish around for the vein. I have good veins. June 9th 2023 they butchered my arm. My arm is black and blue. I've been putting a ice pack on it. I've been donating plasma for many years and my arm has NEVER been injured like this before. Because of the lack of training by Grifols. I'm injured and in pain. I can't go to a more compete

They are pretty cool up there . The staff is actually trained well..So if you're a question everything type ,they'll answer whatever it is. The facility stays clean and workers are always changing their gloves

1 would be better. If you are Caucasian find somewhere else to donate. When being processed before donating the employees talk to each other not the person they are working with. When you are ready to donate you will be spoken to only if you are not Caucasian. Very rude if you ask a question. They make no attempt to contact you if there is a problem and you can't donate - you just show up to find out. But if they want to advertise they can get a hold of you. They don't call you when they say they will. Expe

Love the hospitality of the staff! They always make sure to make you feel welcome and safe while donating plasma. Just make sure to wear pants and bring a jacket because it can get kinda cold, but other than that, the atmosphere is great!

Horrible place to ever donate ! Wait times are ridiculous Staff is overworked and under paid! Their weight scales are not calibrated and therefore they take too much plasma from you! I left here sick numerous times! I wore braids today, which weigh a few pounds by themselves , they still took over the amount due to my braids! If it's not body weight, why are you taking that amount of Plasma?!!! Go somewhere else , stay away from this place! (Weight Scales)

Slow as christmas.....If your not here before they open the doors then prepared to be here all day. Bring a lunch or snack and some water cause there is no snack machine because if you leave after you've signed in you can't donate that fay. It's over crowded and not enough staff to compensate. My first visit took 7 hrs and I came around 2:00. From now on I go as soon as they open and I might be here 3-4 hours. ??????? haven't tried another center yet.

I came in as a new donor. No one was there. No other donors. I signed in and watched the teks play around in their phones with the nurse. I was completely ignored, left after 20 minutes.

Poor service from workers in back, I've been stuck wrong by heavy handed workers who has the needle in wrong causing me severe pain, also the socialize too much from workers are causing a delay of them doing their job. But I really appreciate the excellent service Latona provided me while fixing another workers mistake.

This is place is so dirty and dingy. Walked in and should have immediately walked out but I stuck it out. I did walk out before any procedure was done. It's very small and cramped, everyone was coughing all over each other, and very dim lighting. I walked out after 15 min. No way was I staying

Be nice if they actually answered their phone for anyone. What's the point of having a phone if nobody answers it for patients or other Grifols centers. 2+ hours and no response from anyone there is very unprofessional. Who can I complain to since I obviously can't complain to Mr. Joe since they don't answer phones there?

Friendly Staff, Clean, I like the music , didn't give 5 stars cause of : - compensation could be better, - The squeeze balls to pump , need to be actual balls with some type of resistance . The ones they have now are terrible, look like handles off a wheelchair or walker, with NO resistance.

Great except for the droning on of a boring football game. Miss the music. It always seemed to keep everyone upbeat & positive & time went by quickly. Football? Unless it's the Saints or SEC, boring. Please bring back the music!

This plasma center has a clean and professional environment. The center allow's you to receive a bonus for the donations.the staff is also friendly and we'll trained. I recommend this center because it gives the highest pay out to it's donors. This center is well know in the community for helping it's donors with free giveaways and information on how to receive a extra boost.

I love the workers here. They are kind and my favorite is Tonii,Mary,Jam and Destiny.They are hard workers and no what they are doing. I recommend a raise.And I would also like to suggest taking the first donation up to p $30 or $35.thats why you donors heve decreased. Because we don"t like coming on the first donation for $25.,

Much better than any place in mobile great staff and you get the quality customer service you deserve ?? They don't treat you like cattle like BioLife does! They don't talk down to you like Kedplasma! Just an all around great place!

They messed my weight up and I had to donate 200 ml extra when brought to there attention and they seen the mistake they act like it not a big thing and they have to look in to it they seen already when they look it up they messed up what there to look in to don't go here the most rudest pll and when u say something that don't care

This place is a joke. Very unprofessional. I went on 8.26.22, waited 5 hours just for them to come to me all the sudden and say they couldn't take me because of the way I looked. Do not waste your time here people. Pathetic organization.

WARNING AVOID THIS PLACE at all cost If you don't have an address with a minimum 6 month lease they will refuse you and waste your time If you call the corporate office the one person you can speak to acts like they don't know anything and will Not allow you any information If you are going to help make someone Wealthy with your precious plasma at least find a company that will treat you with respect

Most of the staff is friendly...Donating has help me tremedoulsly. But they workers work diligently to make sure you are seen in a timely manner.... Wouldn't go to another center in Mobile!!!!

The staff is amazing. They are personable and caring. Mr. Perry is my favorite he always has a smile.

Just simply redicoulos. The staff here are in no rush what so ever. Two hours to even fill out any type of paperwork to just get thrown in a drawer. Fir me time is moneyand they are not paying 4 my time

This use to be my favorite place now they got these people in the back wants to talk about u to other people it's sad this use to be a peaceful place the lady that stuck me did it wrong I complain another employee that works there tell me I'm not going to get paid if I'm tryna leave early if I'm hurting I'm a say something I never got treated like this at bio life this place is sad

Staff is always nice and friendly. Any issues are always taken care of as soon as possible. I've been going here for a year now.

Hello my name is Natalie Green I rated them 5 stars bc I have donated here for 2 years almost 3 and have s great atmosphere of coworkers I would recommend if you would go here to rate them 5 stars you never know until you try it .

I go here pretty often.. They are clean and professional. They let anyone stick you that you ask for if they're available . They pay well. Only had a problem once, which they corrected .

GRIFOLS has an amazing staff, very friendly and professional. Great place to come and donate. New donors receive 75 dollars for there first two donation. That's awesome!

Love the friendly staff,clean facility, and great service. Awesome in and out timing. I would recommend this place to anyone.

Biomat USA offers you a way to help other people and yourself all in one visit! The staff here are very friendly, professional, and an excellent team when working all together. I highly recommend Biomat USA if you want to help others and yourself! I really like mrs. Rebecca she knows her job and always is professional.

!!!EDIT: NEW CARD RUINS SYSTEM!!! You can no longer transfer money from one bank to another. They SAID I would still be able to do this, but it was untrue. Even after a contacting Bank of America. Until it is implemented my review will remain a 1 star. This makes donating so much harder. I have been donating plasma for over 2 years at this center and can honestly say it has changed my life for the better. I'm a college student and it's thanks to donating that I can afford to attend classes at USA while sti

Chelene was really nice to me, made me feel really comfortable and was very professional. It made donating Easier.

The staff is courteous. The facility is always clean. I have an nice experience everytime I go. I love the staff the most.

Rumors are going to be rumors but, Im saying from experience that this is the best center I been to since I been donating Team Grifoils Biomat USA Mobile Al and staff there. If you ever donate there ask for a nice young ladies by the name of Rebecca Keke. and tell themTyler said you very good sticker. Come 1 come all the fees this month done went back up. M-S 6am-9pm.

Everytime I'm here they have a friendly staff ,I'm in and out within about an hour great team of people :)

Horrible attitudes very unprofessional and didn't put all the money on my card but I can't get them to answer the phone to fix it. I wish I could give them zero stars!

The staff here is really nice n they explain how things work n what to expect. I have a few ladies that r my favorite ladies to stick me...

The staff is so friendly and my service time in and out has been no longer than hour and a half.

I Love this place!!!! Everyone is great and you really meet some of the greatest people. All the girls in the back are my friends.

Great place. Very friendly employees. They really make you feel comfortable.

I drive 100 miles to the nearest Plasma Center and turned away bc on not having an appt. If our Nation is in such a dire need for Covid 19 recovered plasma- shouldn't your facility want all the donations offered? I'm just baffled .

There are very warm and inviting employees. You feel welcome tgey are very precise with there work and fast and efficient.

Staff is professional and friendly. It takes a while if they're busy or understaffed (no big deal). I'm not here for my convenience entirely.

Love the employez. Floor could b cleaner, but I still would not go anywhere else. Rage could b better.

Great atmosphere! Love the people that work here! Good way to make some extra cash!

Always something wrong bad phlebotomist, says vitals are too high, and now the hours changing making it impossible to work and donate

This place is great! Friendly staff, and they truly do a great job throughout the donation process.

This place has become ridiculous the manager rob told my fiance henwould get 75 come to find out there was only 21 on.the card called to correct.it and he didnt correct the mistake horrible company i recommend ked plasma

GRIFOLS IN A GOOD PLACE TO GO AND REALLY KNOW YOU'RE GIVING HELP TO THOSE THAT NEED ITM MAKES YOU FEEL YOU'RE DOING A WONDERFUL SERVICE.... GRIFOLS IS CLEAN AND STAFF IS HELPFUL , UNDERSTANDING, AND KNOWLEDGEABLE...LOVE THE STAFF...FUNNY AND KIND...THANK YOU GRIFOLS !!

Very comfortable. Nice staff. You go in and get out fairly quickly.

The staff at Biomat are very friendly and respectful. I will recommend more people to donate at Biomat in mobile, Alabama. Roll Tide!!!

This is a clean sanitized facility and the staff members are very protected. Come in and do not forget to help feed the hungry. ?? All this month.

Very rude receptionist! Took five hours just to call me back and the lady at the desk refused to anwser any of my questions.

I've donated at several different centers throughout the country. None are this slow and inefficient. It takes a ridiculous amount of time to even speak to someone.

I love this center I Haven Been donating for a few months now and love it the staff members always nice and friendly most of them anyway

A really great place and staff are friendly and nice and it is always clean and neat

Knowledgeable staff and a fast, efficient experience. 2 visits in and I know this will be my go-to spot!

Neat and professional environment!! Rebecca and Shaterrica most definitely need a raise and dont need to go anywhere! Thanks biomat for everything

Horrible experience! Me and 4 others got stuck twice! No compassion from the company! Some employees are rude!

So far I'm only giving one star because apparently they can't even answer the phone.

Best plasma center in town. I would definitely recommend Grifols to anyone who wants to help save lives and make some extra money while doing so!!

Come twice a week, great staff, always a pleasant experience

I enjoy taking the time out my busy day to give a little of my time and corporation to help someone in need.

It's and really helpful and understanding place to donate.. safe and secure!

Terrible place. Try another plasma center. Gave me the wrong amount of money and wouldn't own up to it. Yet my friend who came with me the same times got his correct amount.

Very clean and great professional service. Val, Jam, Destiny and Keke are awesome!!

Frequently Asked Questions

What disqualifies you from donating plasma?

Plasma donors can get disqualified for a list of different reasons, which may result in a temporary or a permanent deferral. Common reasons people get a temporary disqualification may include being dehydrated, taking certain medications, getting a tattoo within the last 4 months, or being pregnant in the last 6 months.

How can you donate plasma quickly?

Donating plasma can get busy with donors and long waiting times. To donate plasma faster, choose a plasma center that allows you to book an appointment online and take your health screening questionnaire remotely from home. Additionally, call your local plasma center and ask for the least busy days and times of the week.

Can you workout after donating plasma?

Most phlebotomists recommend that you take a day off from working out or lifting weights on the same day as your plasma donation. Instead, take the day to rest, eat well, and drink plenty of water after your donation.

How often can I donate plasma?

Plasma donors are legally capped at two donations per week or 7-day period, with at least 48 hours in between each donation.

What should I eat before donating plasma?

Before your plasma donation, it's recommended that you drink plenty of water (4-6 eight-ounce glasses), and eat a meal with high protein and iron content. Avoid drinking alcohol and smoking on the same day as your donation.