I am currently in risk of having my lower limb cut above the knee. In the past when I've had infection I was able to get x-rays CAT scans and MRIs with no problem but this time they said since I didn't have a fever they denied me. Do I have a claim against Medicaid can I sue them for not... View More 
answered on Aug 30, 2020
A Missouri attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal and frustration in obtaining vital medical care. If your denial is based on medical necessity, your primary care provider or the specialist who referred you for the MRI should be able to... View More
The service was performed in August of 2017 and the first time I ever saw a bill was November of 2019. I assumed (and forgot) that insurance covered it and it was a done. When the bill showed up, I first asked for an explanation of benefits as well as the excuse for only seeing it 27 months later... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2020
You are mistaken. The statute of limitations is at least 5 years. It is 10 years on a written promise to pay money.
What actions within five years.
516.120. Within five years:
(1) All actions upon contracts, obligations or liabilities, express or implied, except those... View More
The account number is missing 2 numbers. Example: contract signed at hospital. J1234567. Account number on bills they sent me after service have J001234567. The 2 account numbers don't fully match. Can I use that to get the case dismissed?
answered on Jul 29, 2020
I hope you have a better defense than that one because it doesn’t sound like a winner.
Landlord has known about this and didn't notify no one or do nothing but evict when ask about it
answered on Apr 26, 2020
You could repost your question under the Landlord-Tenant section. There's no guarantee that all questions are answered, but your question remains open for a month and would have better chances of being seen by an attorney who could offer input there. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
My grandma had known copd and was just recently diagnosed with lung cancer. We were looking at a few years left with her. At her doctor appointment on monday the nurse took her vitals but spent an unusually long amount if time trying to change her oxygen level reading. Before she stood in front of... View More
answered on Apr 24, 2020
Contact a member of the Mo. Assn for Justice/Mo. Trial Lawyers assn that handles medical negligence cases. The problem is that a person that is bringing a case has to show that but for the mistake the person who died would have lived. That is sometimes very difficult, especially if the person has... View More
Surgical equipment left in the body
answered on Dec 22, 2019
They have an obligation to disclose that information; request a copy of your medical records. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
Big hole in kitchen where my 23month old twins fell in to floor
answered on Jul 12, 2019
You didn't ask a question, but if you want to know what to do, the answer is to meet with an attorney knowledgeable with landlord tenant law. Most importantly, don't ignore the suit or a default judgment will likely be taken against you.
they didn't do all they could to prevent the clots do i have a legal case
answered on May 28, 2018
Without reviewing your medical records and gathering more facts, it would be hard for any attorney to form an opinion of the strength of your potential claim. Contact a local attorney who practices med-mal.
answered on Apr 3, 2018
Yes. If you breach your agreement they can sue and probably will.
This is a case of breach of confidentiality between a counselor/therapist and patient, where the breach has and will continue to affect the patient emotionally for not only as long as the patient lives at her current address, but forevermore due to the entire nature of the breach. There is solid... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2018
Generally no, because there is no remedy for most breaches of confidentiality. Contact a member of the Mo. Assn for Justice as they give free consults.
my mom was admitted into hospital with pneumonia, a family member ( a cousin) not responsible for moms care sign a paper in the hospital that states that she was the one to contact in regards to making my moms medical decisions. This person had my mom listed as a no code -DNR . hospital added this... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2017
Depends on the outcome. Review the situation with a member of the Mo. Assn for Justice who handles medical issues--they give free consults.
My surgery was delayed over the weekend, (MRI staffing is not on duty on weekends unless brought in on "emergencies"), and an additional delay of about 8 hours, because of being allowed a meal right before being told I would need to have surgery on my back right away to try to fix the... View More
answered on May 29, 2017
Contact a member of the Mo. Assn of Trial Attorneys who handles malpractice cases. They give free consults.
An issue would be what happened before--it's rare to develop immediate dropfoot. Much will also depend on what the ER records say. Separate from the lawsuit bus., make sure you... View More
Had. To go to hospital
answered on Aug 8, 2016
No. First, very difficult to show it was from the way they gave the shot. Cellulitis can come from many events. You can get it after poison ivy, for instance. Second, malpractice cases extremely expensive and liklihood you'd get an award greater than cost very small. But as you had a worse... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2016
A weirdness in the law that no Congress has bothered to cure. If you think it stinks, join those advocating for a change.
http://www.medicarerights.org/pdf/two_year_waiting_period_fact_sheet.pdf In the meantime, she should be eligible for
medical assistance.
answered on Jul 23, 2016
Depends on the age, whether the person is an emancipated minor. Bigger issue is how to handle it on a relational/person to person level. I'm assuming the guardian is appointed or a stepparent. Starting a war over information means you can win the war but the battlefield is a mess. I suggest... View More
My son tried to commit suicide in Pleasant Hill. The police chief brought in an ambulance and wanted him sent to Truman East. He was sent to LS Hospital. I signed an affidavit saying he was a danger to me and himself. It was notarized. When I left hospital at 9:00 they were waiting to hear... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2015
Yes, what you signed is just an affidavit, you have to do much more than that. Go see a local lawyer about getting him admitted to a mental health facility.
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