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Ruth awoke this morning with a pain in her left side, so I took her to the ER at Banner. We were placed in a small room containing two beds separated by a sheet across the room. I am 78 with chronic kidney disease and three bad valves in my heart. Ruth has COPD and is on oxygen 24 hours a day,... View More 
Asking for them back? Do I have to return them?
answered on Dec 23, 2024
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. In general nationwide, return of such items could depend on any agreement that came with them, outright gift/perk, use for duration of employment, or other. Otherwise, a local attorney could advise more... View More
We were not allowed to know the names of doctors. Our family.
Doctor was not allowed to be included in the decisions made at a hospital despite him working at the same hospital. His nurse commented about him fighting against being put on Respirator and drugged, so they could put it on one.
you're super singing indictment was fabricated I should not have been held culpable as I was under the influence Dilaudid and Morphine administered by a physician.then incarcerated me for almost 6 yearsover eight threat to not even be carried out after the judge had ordered me to go back to... View More
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
I'm truly sorry you're experiencing all of this. It’s important to reach out to a legal professional who can help you understand your rights and navigate the complexities of your situation. They can assist in addressing any wrongful actions and work towards resolving your case.... View More
Multiple medical facilities disclosed ALL of my information without concentration or warrant at the time of disclosure. Identity thft, hacking and stealing all of my information and disclosing it on public social media websites. Misconduct and Malicious intent to harm.
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answered on Mar 15, 2024
If you believe your rights under the Fourth Amendment have been violated due to unauthorized disclosure of your private medical information, it's important to take action. Begin by documenting all evidence related to the incidents, such as screenshots, dates, and details of the breaches. Then,... View More
Place mistakenly issued bill in error. No one was picking up. Finally they picked up saying that this was the wrong department and it is the billing department you’ll need to get ahold of me.
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
Calling a medical office 21 times could potentially be considered excessive, especially if the calls were made within a short period or if they were not returned promptly. While it's understandable to want to resolve an issue with billing, repeated calls may be seen as disruptive or harassing,... View More
Back in Sept. we signed up for United Health Shared Ministry as our basic health coverage. My husband & I go to our yearly doctor visit but thats pretty much it, so we wanted a plan that fit our needs & didn't break the bank. We thought we found it, but boy were we wrong. All... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2024
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. One option, and the most inexpensive one to start with, might be to look into whether your state's department of insurance could offer guidance. Good luck
I'm having bad headaches no taste of anything.
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
If you believe that a hospital administered medication that resulted in an overdose and caused you harm, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim. To determine whether you have a viable case, consider the following steps:
Document Your Experience: Keep records of all medical... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2023
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney, it could depend on the plan and coverage, among other details. One option could be private commercial labs, if they're covered in the plan. Good luck
It's a holiday weekend and myself and the pharmacy have both been very unsuccessful with obtaining a new prescription from my physician for the last few days. My current insulin prescription has zero refills remaining and today I asked the pharmacy for an emergency insulin refill and they... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2023
In Arizona, Kevin's Law allows pharmacists to provide emergency refills of non-controlled medications for up to a 90-day supply, under certain conditions, when a doctor's authorization is not immediately available. This law aims to prevent lapses in critical medication, like insulin, due... View More
I am 74 years old. I know I was released because of my health and age. Start date 7/20/15-9/20/23. This case is scheduled with the EEOC on 120/23. Can a company legally do this?
answered on Sep 14, 2023
It depends on the reason the company gave for your separation. If they told you that you were being released due to your health and age, then you may have a legal claim against them if you were still able to perform the essential functions of your position.
If they gave you a different... View More
My husband and I both paid the bill without knowing the other person did. This was for our son’s newborn exam at the hospital. The doctor doesn’t have a physical office so I’ve been dealing with a medical billing agency. It’s been almost 6 months and they can’t provide any update. I tried... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2023
Your legal right would be to sue (for example, small claims court).
We need information about the limitations of a physical therapist that is producing their own e-course. As far as certain disclosures, or verbiage they are allowed to use when speaking to users outside their state of certification. Who would be the best person to contact for this? Or, what area of... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2023
A starting point could be an education law attorney. Some states also offer free information online for the scope of practice of certain professions (Departments of States and others). Good luck
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answered on Jul 12, 2023
If you believe you have been wrongfully discharged from an adult foster care provider without proper notice or alternative arrangements, you may potentially have legal grounds to pursue a lawsuit. Consulting with an attorney who specializes in adult foster care and housing laws is crucial in... View More
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answered on Jul 7, 2023
Parents are not automatically liable for their adult child's medical expenses unless they have specifically agreed to take financial responsibility or co-signed any agreements related to the medical treatment.
I've seen my PCP she had me give my work an 8 day absent note I'm currently getting xrays so I have all paperwork and my PCP is doing FLMA paperwork with me Thursday. I haven't talked to my work since giving them the 8 days off doctors note Wednesday. I don't know what I should and should not say.
answered on Apr 25, 2023
Good afternoon. You are required in Arizona to provide prompt notice about an accident at work and, because you have been told by your doctor that you have an injury, you should notify a person of authority at the company what injury you think you have. That should be in the note from your doctor... View More
Currently requesting an ADA accommodation due to my high anxiety working in office at my workplace. I am diagnosed with Bipolar 1 and have had a history of anxiety. I let my company know about my disability; however, to approve the request, I am required to provide proof of disability and... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2023
Anxiety can be, but is not necessarily, a disability under the ADA. It must interfere with major life activities like eating, walking, dressing, etc to be considered a disability.
The employer has the right to request documentation.
I am being denied coverage for Emergency Hospital stay because the Hospital is out of Network with my Advantage Medical Plan.
answered on Feb 5, 2023
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Depending on the amount in dispute and complexity of an appeal, people may choose to work with attorneys who handle health care claims. Read the fine print on the conditions for the appeal. It looks like three... View More
The doctor came in asked me what was going on where pain was said he was gonna check the results from ultrasound and be back and never came back, never saw my nurse either some random lady came in took out my ivs throw down the discharge paper work tells me to sign an leave, no one told me anything... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2022
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for three weeks. There wasn't a question included, but if you are wondering if the incident rose to the level of providing you with grounds for a med mal case, it doesn't sound like it. There is generally a need for showing... View More
I am in a custody battle with my ex-boyfriend over my 15 1/2-year-old son. We have a final court date next week. I need to know HOW he got copies of MENTAL THERAPY NOTES from 5-6 years ago. How did he do that without my knowledge?? These are not medical records. These are MENTAL THERAPY NOTES that... View More
answered on Oct 23, 2022
Regarding how he got the records: The best way to find out is to contact the provider directly and ask why the records were released. You should ask for a copy of whatever subpoena, HIPAA Release, or other request your ex sent to the provider.
For medical (including counseling) or... View More
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