Hello again, my avid readers. Hugs for reading the first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh of our series, “What’s Up, Doc?” Last time, we left you sitting on the slab as the doctor came into the room. And now a segment we call “A Cure for What Ails You” and is a continuation of advice from last week on what to do once you have their ear.
First and foremost, I like the concept that the doctor works FOR YOU! Not the other way ‘round. You are paying that person… she works for you! You deserve her time and FULL attention. Remember, you get a vote. And not just any vote.. you get THE vote on how things proceed!!
- If you need tests, remind the doctor to use ONLY an in-network lab.
- If you need meds, ask if the generic is available. YOU control how you spend your money! The docs generally don’t think twice about prescribing expensive brand name drugs to help cure what ails you.
- Did the doctor advise seeing a specialist? Ask for their IN-network referrals for a trusted doc before you leave. But it’s still up to YOU to verify that the new doc is IN-network!
- If you need a follow-up visit, make the appointment before you leave!
- Remember to request a copy of the chart notes from today’s visit.
- ASK if the doctor will communicate by e-mail. Often e-mails become a valuable part of your chart.
Who is your fave doc? What have they done that makes them your fave? Always love the shares from friends of The Insurance Mom.
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