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  1. #1
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    Default Doctor Won't See a Patient Due to an Insurance Problem

    My question involves malpractice in the state of: Georgia

    My son has Chrohns and he has remicade for treatment. Last year he switched insurance and during that time 1 treatment was paid by his insurance , but a year later they took the funds away from the doctors office because it wasnt covered. Since then his new insurance has been effective and paid all claims. As a result of this isssue the doctor wont treat him, even though the current insurance is paying correctly. Is there anything he can do legally? He is on disability and cannot afford to pay what they say is a $14,000 balance. They havent asked him if he could afford a monthy payment or any negotiation, they simply wont treat him. Does anyone have a suggestion?

    Thank you,

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    Default Re: Right to Appointment with Specialist

    The doctor is under no obligation to continue to treat your son if you owe him money. You can find a different doctor.

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    Default Re: Right to Appointment with Specialist

    OK, but if he goes to a new doctor, can the previous doctor refuse to transfer his records?

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    Default Re: Right to Appointment with Specialist

    Quote Quoting hurtinjax
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    OK, but if he goes to a new doctor, can the previous doctor refuse to transfer his records?
    I don't think so. He should find a new doctor and see what happens. It would be bordering on malpractice to deny a new doctor access to medical records.

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    Default Re: Right to Appointment with Specialist

    The patient can also request a copy of his records, though he will typically be expected to pay for said copy.

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    Default Re: Right to Appointment with Specialist

    Thank you

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    Default Re: Right to Appointment with Specialist

    Under HIPAA and Obamacare, the doctor cannot refuse to transfer the records, but may charge a fee for that.

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