I am a Registered Disabled Pensioner who is being told to leave my present doctor's practice. I cannot always get to the surgery or hospital because of my on-going long-term illness that these doctors are aware of! It is unpredictable, in as much as it is worse on some days and restricts me to my home if not my bed.
There is no-way that I can get to any other surgery in the town,as most of the other surgeries are too far for me to travel.Most of the buses don't have access for wheelchairs. This area is THE ONLY place that has all the amenities/facilities that I need to use!!
Can I insist that I stay with my present doctor's practice?
Is there any bodies that I can appeal to for help in this matter. I feel I am being treating most unfairly. Any thoughts on this matter/opinions, will be most welcome....Thank You!!
'tottie-for-lol'
2006-07-25 13:03:56 · 18 answers · asked by tottie-for-lol 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
yes but talk to him
2006-07-25 13:07:03 · answer #1 · answered by Baby 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would definitely speak to the doctor about this - let him know the challenges you are facing, the reasons you've not been able to make it certain appt's, and the facts about how other facilities cannot accommodate you. Just keep in mind that he doesn't HAVE to cooperate - you are mainly hoping that he's understanding and will reconsider his decision.
That being said...I'm a nurse who works with disabled clients and have many times used public transportation that was wheelchair accessible (and I live in a pretty small town). Are you covered under Medicaid or Medicare? Medicaid will pay for your transportation and will recommend who you use if you call about it. Most of them are vans with the occasional bus, and are very comfortable.
good luck with whatever you choose...if you have a problem with a certain facility not being handicap acessible, bring it up to your local government as there are state allocated funds that are put aside for just that....most medical facilities are now required to have handicap acessible ramps, elevators, parking and the like. You shouldn't have to be limited to what office or hospital you can receive treatment at.
2006-07-25 20:13:48 · answer #2 · answered by kansas8099 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your doctor probably sent you a registered letter explaining why you were being terminated as a patient. I would guess that it is from repeatedly missing appointments, from your account of the situation. Your doctor has the right to terminate your treatment for this reason.
"a physician may choose to discontinue treating a patient if he/she repeatedly misses scheduled appointments. Some physicians post policies in their office lobby regarding missed appointments."
There is a full explanation of being "fired" as a patient at: http://www.oncolink.com/resources/article.cfm?c=3&s=38&ss=201&id=869
As you have said that there are other "surgeries" in your town, they would most likely be considered available to you, even though your former doctor was closer/more convenient. If the hospital takes federal funds, they may have more of an obligation to treat you than your private physician.
Best of luck to you.
2006-07-25 22:03:25 · answer #3 · answered by fightintxaggie98 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Legally your doctor may not dismiss a patient without cause.For example loud,offensive behavior or an illness he is unlicensed to treat are two reasons he/she may use to end the doctor/patient relationship.The doctor may not end treatment for non payment of the fee or he /she finds your treatment takes too much time.He must by law give you an explanation in writing.If he refuses to do so you may report him to the NJ board of the American Medical Society. They must act on your complaint immediately.They may ask you to see another doctor at which time you should explain your hardship.If they fail to act notify the office of the Attorney General.For assistance getting to and from
medical offices contact your city/state government and local
aid offices such as the red cross and community chest.Good Luck and keep your chin up.
2006-07-25 20:28:49 · answer #4 · answered by jtvone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are in Britain you can complain to Primary Care. Phone number will be in the phone book under the NHS for your area. Unfortunately G.P.s can strike you off and don't really need to give a reason. B******s. Might be woth complaining to the General Medical Council as well. Ask Primary Care about getting another G.P. and explain the circumstances.
2006-07-26 07:45:18 · answer #5 · answered by aliviel27 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are obviously from the UK. Therefore I will answer appropriately. Your GP has every right to remove you from their list especially if the doctor-patient relationship has broken down. If you feel aggrieved, the local PCT will have a grievance procedure for formal compliants and also a duty to find you an alternative GP.
2006-07-26 05:13:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to contact someone from the doctor's office first for a solution. If a solution cannot be found, you can contact your local public transportation office for assistance. A final resort might be to contact someone from the WAPD (World Association of Persons with Disabilities) for resources to either make accomodations or to find you another surgeon. There are plenty of them around.
2006-07-25 20:17:05 · answer #7 · answered by Lloyd Christmas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im sorry, but once a doctor decides to terminate his doctor/patient relationship..your out of luck and need to find a new doctor as soon as possible....
He has a reason, Im sure we are not getting the entire story..
This is his right, all doctors can refuse patients, most due if you are abusing pain meds... or most just say.."not following my course of treatment properly"
2006-07-25 20:08:53 · answer #8 · answered by The Chesire Cat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not really sure if I understand you....How can a doctor, with whom you have been going to, suddenly decide to not treat you anymore?...This doesn't make any sense....Does it have anything to do with Insurance? This does not seem fair....I don't know where you are from.....What Country,....but there has to be someone you can ask for help...Can you ask a lawyer for advice or legal aid? .....Before you do anything, by all means...insist that your present doctor explain things to you....I hope things work out for you...and if you just want someone to talk to, feel free to email me.....God bless you!
2006-07-25 20:16:59 · answer #9 · answered by Donna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would ask your doctor's practice to put down on paper their reasons for not treating you there anymore. Then I would seek legal advice.
Also there must be a medical board there (someone will probably post it here) where you can go to air your grievances. But I will get that written reason from your doctor first.
2006-07-25 20:10:22 · answer #10 · answered by tjrj23 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact UR local PCT & TELL them 2 find U a Doc, pronto.
U cannot B denied a Doctor in UR situation.
2006-07-25 20:08:38 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋