Your current state is Virginia
I went in for a pre employment physical for a job in a preschool. The PA asked if I was taking any meds and when I told him what I take he asked what it was for. I told him bipolar disorder. He asked if my new employer knew about my diagnosis. I said I put that I had a disability on a pre hire form... Read more »
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answered on May 25, 2023
In most cases, a physician assistant disclosing your mental health diagnosis to an employer during a pre-employment physical without your consent would likely violate medical confidentiality and privacy laws. Healthcare professionals are generally required to protect your personal health... Read more »
I found a tumor in my neck 2 months ago. I was referred to an ENT surgeon by my GP. The ENT doctor felt that there is a high potential that this tumor may be cancer. He ordered a CAT scan and biopsy on May 1 URGENT. I had the CAT scan but was told by his office my insurance provider would not... Read more »
answered on May 24, 2023
First, you appear to have no idea who is lying and who is telling the truth in this situation. Check your patient portal and see, or ask the insurance provider to send you evidence it approved the in-office biopsy and effectively communicated that approval to your ENT office on May 3rd. Although... Read more »
They failed to offer her a new P.O.L.S.T. form upon admission after her Hernia surgery. This form would have given her the option to be resuscitated. She was found unresponsive, and they did not resuscitate her. Spoke to director who admitted that they made a mistake about not having her complete... Read more »
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answered on May 23, 2023
I'm sorry for your loss. Yes, the way to evaluate whether or not you have a viable case for neglect is to have it reviewed by a lawyer with experience in those cases. Even though there may be an issue around the POLST, it doesn't automatically mean the case is viable. The actual cause of... Read more »
answered on May 22, 2023
You cannot force a doctor to continue to prescribe you a controlled substance. Xanax has a number of well-documented side effects including low blood pressure, abnormal liver function, weight gain, lethargy, and, in cases of addiction and overuse, coma or death.
You should ask your doctor... Read more »
How can I go to my local hospital with no insurance (except emergency Medicaid) and get the treatment I need. How can I convince the doctors that I have a c.s.f. leak (cerebrospinal fluid)and for them to give me an E.B.P. (epidural blood patch)It is a life threatening emergency because after that... Read more »
answered on May 17, 2023
Sorry to hear what you're going through. Generally speaking, you cannot present to an emergency room (or for that matter any medical facility) and force them to treat your own self-diagnosis. Based upon your clinical presentation and medical history, a physician will reach his or her own... Read more »
In short, I'm a physician in pvt practice. A pt I have treated for years recently scammed a new pt of my practice out of $500. Via txt messages, he assumed the identity of a fictitious member of my office staff and contacted the patient to schedule an appt with myself (referring to me and... Read more »
answered on May 15, 2023
The perpetrator arguably committed a crime by using your identity to defraud a patient. HIPAA prohibits the disclosure of individually identifiable medical information. One exception to the prohibition, however, is for law enforcement purposes, specifically when necessary to inform law... Read more »
They put her to sleep did not give her any treatment,her shoulder is out of place and she is a lot of pain ,she need help
answered on May 16, 2023
Addendum - If this matter involves any public agencies or entities, it would be advisable to seek guidance without further delay. Public agencies or entities could involve short notice of claim requirements (in other words, very short deadlines to initiate claims) - seek the guidance of an attorney... Read more »
My BIL's aunt passed yesterday at a hospital in GA. She had told the doctor's and nurses there that she had a pacemaker when they wanted her to have an MRI--she told them several times that she did not want an MRI b/c of this, however, they moved forward with the testing and she... Read more »
answered on May 11, 2023
Your aunt's husband or, if she wasn't married, surviving children, should contact a medical malpractice attorney in Georgia as soon as possible to investigate this matter. An MRI is usually contraindicated with someone with a pacemaker or other metal objects.
We are currently... Read more »
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I had been admitted to the ER and transferred to the hospital for evaluation of the possible heart attack. Next morning I felt urgent need to use the bathroom and asked attending nurse to leave the room to give me privacy. Nurse refused. I insisted and she refused again. I said... Read more »
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answered on May 9, 2023
It sounds like you had a negative experience at the hospital when you were admitted for evaluation of a possible heart attack. It's understandable that you would feel frustrated and humiliated if the nurse refused to give you privacy while using the bathroom, and threatened to call security if... Read more »
The surgeon disclosed this happened and said he tried to remove the drill bit, but decided it was best to leave it in. Now, years later, the drill bit has disintegrated into numerous metal bits throughout my hand joints. It has created crippling pain for years. A new hand specialist says he wants... Read more »
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answered on May 8, 2023
Based on the information provided, it is possible that both product liability and medical malpractice could be factors in your case.
Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of a manufacturer or seller for injuries caused by a defective product. In this case, the broken drill... Read more »
The surgeon disclosed this happened and said he tried to remove the drill bit, but decided it was best to leave it in. Now, years later, the drill bit has disintegrated into numerous metal bits throughout my hand joints. It has created crippling pain for years. A new hand specialist says he wants... Read more »
answered on May 8, 2023
It might be either or both, or neither. It depends if it broke because it was defective or because the doctor did something wrong. Or was it something that happened due without negligence or defect? Experts would need to review the records. The viability of the case may depend on the nature and... Read more »
I am currently speaking and possibly seeking an attorney to hire regarding A misdiagnosis, as well as mistreatment/ discrimination that led to me almost becoming paralyzed or even possible death. I am an addict and during a long length of sobriety I had my medical history flagged to not administer... Read more »
answered on May 8, 2023
Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, most attorneys will not take on medical malpractice case unless there is significant harm caused by the malpractice (for example, what further damage was done during delay). Pain, even horrible pain, may not be sufficient for an attorney to take a... Read more »
harm my leg ok it is causeing me to have an infection not once but twice he knows this he wont remove it he has blocked my phone calls and not responding to me
answered on May 8, 2023
A medical malpractice claim requires that a doctor’s act or omissions fall below the standard of care of doctors in the same area of practice in the same or similar circumstances. The mere presence of an infection does not necessarily mean the doctor’s actions fell below the standard of care.... Read more »
My boyfriend's sister was just found dead in a hospital stairwell. Police report states that she attempted to be admitted into the hospital but she was unable to give hospital staff her name or information and so they denied her care, she died within hours of being denied care.
answered on May 8, 2023
A patient is typically required to provide insurance and payment information before seeing a doctor. But, under a federal law known as the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), an emergency department must treat or stabilize anyone who has an emergency regardless of their insurance... Read more »
My family member entered the hospital after having a stroke. Half her body was weak, she felt like she was going to faint, slurred speech, dizziness, and loss of balance. The doctor ordered a CT scan of her head and stated they did not find anything. Although her signs continued, and her blood... Read more »
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answered on May 7, 2023
Based on the information provided, it appears that your family member may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim against the hospital and/or the doctor who provided her care. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide care that meets the accepted standard of care,... Read more »
They said get up you’re all done and left the room. He gets up to change his clothes and falls hitting his forehead and got really hurt ended up in the ER. My question is why they didn’t assist him if he’s still under anesthesia and still light headed
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answered on Apr 30, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your husband's experience. In a medical setting, it is generally expected that patients who have undergone a procedure and are under the influence of anesthesia should receive appropriate assistance to avoid injury or harm.
Without knowing the specifics of... Read more »
They said get up you’re all done and left the room. He gets up to change his clothes and falls hitting his forehead and got really hurt ended up in the ER. My question is why they didn’t assist him if he’s still under anesthesia and still light headed
answered on Apr 30, 2023
They certainly should have.
It might rise to the level of malpractice Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.
Due to the nature of medical malpractice... Read more »
The surgery was in Miami
answered on Apr 27, 2023
In terms of your question of what you should do, that is an individual decision. Maybe the best way to answer the question is to reach out to attorneys to discuss. Free initial consults are typical in the industry for such cases. My colleagues have raised good points in terms of the extent of harm... Read more »
The surgery was in Miami
answered on Apr 27, 2023
Leaving a medical instrument within a patient's body can certainly constitute malpractice IF the instrument was supposed to have been removed following the operation. Surgical clips, however, are routinely used to control bleeding and are purposefully left in place for that reason (and because... Read more »
Or if the doctor attempted to cover up his mistake and it was not found until later date would that date be considered the start of the time for limitations?
answered on Apr 25, 2023
As a general rule, the two year statute of limitations starts to run from the first day that the injured person could have reasonably discovered that the negligence occurred. If the doctor covered up his negligence, then there is likely a strong argument that the two years does not start to run... Read more »
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