Archive for March, 2010

My medication was changed to generic. It doesn’t seem to work as well What should I do?

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

Generics are supposed to be the same formulation as the brand name.  Sometimes  different filler(chemicals for binding the drug,color) may be used.  This may cause you to feel the medication is not working as well.  There are several options.  You can ask to get the brand name. Your doctor will have to write on the [...]

I have asthma and can’t seem to get it controlled. Who should I see?

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

I would recommend you ask your primary care doctor to see a pulmonologist.
These doctors specialize in the lungs and respiratory system.  They will be able to help with your asthma.

Will my insurance pay for plastic surgery?

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Generally, no.  The exceptions are for some reconstructive surgeries. For instance, breast reconstruction from a mastectomy. Burns or animal bites will fall in this category Most plastic surgeries are considered elective and not medically necessary. Surgeries for cosmetic reasons are not reimbursed.  Check with your insurance company before proceeding.

I just got dropped from my insurance, what can I do?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

First, I am sorry  to hear this has happened to you.
I would start by calling your state department of insurance.  I would file a complaint.
Next, I would ask if your state has a high risk insurance pool.  This pool, although it maybe higher premiums, will cover you with any pre existing conditions.  There may be [...]

My Sister has been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, and has been told that she may not attempt a vaginal birth or have a midwife and must schedule a C -section now , even though she is months away from birth and the complications that would require a c-section ( i. e. huge baby )have not yet appeared. Is there a legal requirement for hospitals to schedule a C- section from day one? Is there a patients’ rights component to this question?

Monday, March 1st, 2010

I would start by advising a second opinion or even a third opinion outside the existing medical system she is in.  This may be a conservative approach of the OB/GYN she is seeing.  I would also suggest she request from the doctor a copy of the standard of care for this issue and exact medical [...]