Posted by bimini on June 5, 2006, at 8:50:25
In reply to Does anyone's pdoc actually order blood tests?, posted by honeybee on May 31, 2006, at 18:14:34
Yes, my pdoc ordered blood tests on my request. I requested the tests from my PCP because I had been on medications for over 2 years without blood tests. His response was that the doc who prescribes the meds should order the tests.
As usual I requested a copy of the results. Next exam with PCP I find he has no knowledge of bloodtest results and asks ME for a copy. All I could could do is stare at him incredulously and ask "tell me why I am here." I asked his secretary to access the network, the test results printed within a minute.
Now comes the interesting part. Blood tests ordered by PCP were covered under health insurance, the tests ordered by the pdoc were bounced around, landed with the seperate mental health insurance. If there is a difference in reimbursement, affiliation with the lab could influence reason.
bimini
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