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Read this PDF, produced by a health insurance company and given to physicians.
It details what tests, screenings, types of drugs and refills, as well as vaccines, that physicians will be paid for.
Read it, and educate yourself.
$400 for a vaccine combo
$200 for a depression screening (PHQ9)
$100 for breast cancer screening
There is also a point system for other types of drugs (RA, hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes) where the physicians get paid if they can get patients to fill and refill prescriptions.
So yes, doctors DO get paid more if they get patients to agree to drugs, screenings, testing and vaccines.
Read this PDF, produced by a health insurance company and given to physicians. They do get paid for if patients get certain screenings, drugs, vaccines, tests.
It's an incentive program for doing things that keep patients from getting sick and having to go into the hospital.
Bottom line: healthier patients cost the insurance company less money, even after the company pays for tests and medications, including vaccines.
She's not pushing tests on me, she's pushing some of injections for bone density, and and of course she can't force anything on me, she just doesn't want to take no for an answer. Interestingly enough, she wasn't like this two years ago. The only reason I'm keeping this appointment is because I don't have the time to research out another doctor right now, But this is the end, I'll find another one.
testing bone density is usually by x ray (DXA) or a QCT. What on earth does she mean by an injection? You need to pin her down on what she's recommending and why...there seems to be a misunderstanding somewhere
testing bone density is usually by x ray (DXA) or a QCT. What on earth does she mean by an injection? You need to pin her down on what she's recommending and why...there seems to be a misunderstanding somewhere
There are now injectable medications to treat osteoporosis.
testing bone density is usually by x ray (DXA) or a QCT. What on earth does she mean by an injection? You need to pin her down on what she's recommending and why...there seems to be a misunderstanding somewhere
Maybe meaning injections that are given for bone growth by pharma drug injeciton. I wouldn't use them but work alternatively to build and strengthen bones.
What are the prunes supposed to do? Fortunately I've been able to reverse my osteopenia with exercise and making sure I get enough calcium, because if I had to depend on prunes, I'd have to spend so much time in the bathroom there wouldn't be time to exercise!
They are good for your bones. Chew thoroughly and drink water whenever you eat fiber. The fiber will keep your colon running smoothly, so no grunting or groaning or pain when you go. Two prunes a day will not keep you running to the bathroom constantly. I eat a very high fiber diet of whole plant based foods and I only go 2-3 times a day. It's normal to go at least 1-3 times a day. The only downside is you use more toilet paper.
I'm posting this with my tongue in cheek, but with a wee bit of seriousness, too.
Just had a wellness check-up, Medicare variety, from my NP (nurse practioner)
Was asked and/or offered tests for colon, breasts, bones, etc. Vaccines for various ailments. I ended up feeling I was parceled out like chicken parts in the meat section...no questions about overall aches, pains, diet, nutrition, quality of sleep, amount of exercise and such.
I know I am the total sum of my parts, but gee whiz, I am also a living, breathing organism whose health and well-being are greatly influenced by lifestyle. And a physical exam can show swelling, sore points, etc.
Never once was I examined in a hands-on kind of way -- except for being cuffed for blood pressure. Just asked verbally lots of questions. Remember the good old days -- when doctors actually touched you? Am I weird? I think the technology side of medicine, while terrific diagnostic tools, should be coupled with healing hands-on, too.
Or is my NP different from your doc?
I'm wondering if that's all Medicare gets you. Maybe all you get is the no-frills version of a checkup.
She's not pushing tests on me, she's pushing some of injections for bone density, and and of course she can't force anything on me, she just doesn't want to take no for an answer. Interestingly enough, she wasn't like this two years ago. The only reason I'm keeping this appointment is because I don't have the time to research out another doctor right now, But this is the end, I'll find another one.
How does she know you need injections for bone density? Have you had bone density testing? The only docs I ever knew who offered bone density screening were those who don't accept insurance. Insurance-based doctors don't seem concerned with that, with prevention.
Nope....wrong again....that is NOT how it works...
Docs/NP's/PA's don't see a DIME more if you say yes to a test or vaccine or a prescription, absolute rubbish
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This. I don't know how they'd make money by ordering tests for another doc or technician to perform, anyway, do you? They don't get kickbacks from the imaging center or blood lab.
Doctors get paid by insurance even if they don't perform any service, and deny or refuse to discuss all your concerns. They don't really have to do anything during the appointment, unless it's for an annual checkup; then they have to go through the minimal motions, at least.
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