Can;t Get Through To Pm Dpc - Pain Management Message Board

wolfmarket · 08-01-2006, 12:54 AM

I am im so much pain that just getting up off a chair is sheer agony, My left and right hips, wrapping around to the back, and the middle of my spine are among the main pain generator locations.

I called to see if I can get in to see the PM Doc right away and was told that the computer was down. I called all day and was told the samed thing.

I need a new la med.

If I can't get in to see him, I will have to go to ER.

Alan

kelsey1 · 08-01-2006, 01:41 AM

allan,
i do hope you get some relief. I will pray for you... Kelsey

zoey1 · 08-01-2006, 03:16 AM

Our area just institued a 150 charge for visiting the er upfront. Referals back t omain clinics (80.) which can have just as long of waits
Got a call into my doc soonest i could get was a week from now. I know how frustrating that can get espeicaly if it is a huge issue.

slipperyslope · 08-01-2006, 06:19 AM

so since there computers are down you can't see the DR? That is not cool at all. Its not your problem there down and you have to suffer because of it????? Push a little harder and I bet you get in. If you go to the ER they can't prescribe you pain meds as you will beak your contract and could possibly be terminated. Just DEMAND an apt and see what happens.

ozzybug · 08-01-2006, 09:19 AM

Alan-
I have no idea why a computer being down would keep them from telling you to come to their office for a visit? I know they have schedules to keep up with, but seriously, when someone is hurting as bad as you are, they should either squeeze you in or tell you it's ok to go to the ER! If they need for you to go to the ER, they should be willing to call the ER and let them know what to do to treat you.

I am so, so sorry you are hurting so bad. I had the same urgent pain need over the weekend, and because of advice from people here, I decided to go to urgent care and was treated.

Please do not sit around for another minute hurting this way....it's not right.

Let us know what you decide to do. I hope you are able to get help ASAP.

Lezlee