Q: How do I get in?
I have a large pseudomeningocele caused by a csf leak that is very symptomatic. (symptoms are active) I also have h.o.d. which is not symptomatic. My pseudomeningocele is getting worse daily, but every time I go to the emergency room they blame the h.o.d. and don't admit me. I need to be admitted so they can repair the pseudomeningocele! How can I do that? This is life threatening if not fixed. I've been deteriorating since 2019!
P.S. I don't have insurance hence the emergency room.
Thank you
A: I'm sorry for your ordeal. You may have already explored various avenues for coverage if you are without insurance and have been dealing with this on a long-term basis. One option could be to try to contact social workers at the hospital. Another could be to look into public plans, whether through New York State of Health, Medicare, Medicaid, or other, based on age, household size, financial status, etc. I hope you are able to arrange coverage. Good luck
Jonathan R. Ratchik agrees with this answer
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Sorry to hear what you're going through. As my colleague correctly advised, you need to get some form of health insurance, either through Medicaid or the marketplace, https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/
That said, you cannot dictate to any medical provider how you should be treated - that would be the tail wagging the proverbial dog. Instead, once you have coverage, make an appointment with a specialist who can perhaps better diagnose your condition and render appropriate treatment.
Tim Akpinar agrees with this answer
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