I had such a horrible experience with my PCP.
I have been going to him for just under two years when I explained that I wanted a referral for lapband ( I have since changed my mind and want RNY). After talking to him about it and going thru what I have learned and why I wanted to do this, he explained that it was a very serious decision and he would write the referral for me.
I was going to see him in 2 weeks for a blood pressure check so I figured I would get it than. Because my job is 2.5 hours from where I live I telecommute and at times have to go into the office, so I had to reschedule my appointment.
About 3 days after rescheduling I got a letter from my Dr stating I was being dropped from the practice? WTF ??
He said that rescheduling meant I was not taking part in my own healthcare and only had time to work with patients that kept there appointments.
I was sooooooo pisssed !!!! OMG the girl from Brooklyn came right out !!!!!
I called the office and the manager said I had been dropped. I had an appointment in 2 days to get my blood pressure refills. She said I was dropped and he would not see me nor refill my pills. WTF????
So I said I need a copy of my records so I could find a new Dr, and she said that Dr will not release them to me he noted to only release to another medical provider.
I quoted that by law they had to release them to me, and that I would contact my fathers lawyer if I had too. ( He doesnt have one but it worked) The office manager called me back 25 min later and said I could pick them up for a fee, and I said that was fine.
I went to Patrick AFB, the following day and was seen and have been happy there since. Some Doctors care and others are in it for the money.
Tomorrow I am going back to see my PCM and hopefully submitt referral to Tricare. Wish me luck.
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