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Originally Posted by cathybee1
Hope this is not too far off topic, but I really would like to second Marlene's suggestion to consider going out of your HMO network now for a second opinion. Especially since you indicate your dad seems to be losing hope in his current treatment.
It is sometimes difficult to convince family members to get a second opinion, especially when they feel crummy already. My mother did not have MDS, but had serious fatigue issues and anemia. She too did not want to "upset" her doctor but I finally convinced her to get a second opinion outside the HMO at a university medical center. The consulting physician recommended additional testing and follow up. The cost of the second opinion exam was $250 out of pocket. Within a week, the HMO had scheduled all the tests the consulting physician had recommended, plus assigned her to a team of specialists. It turned out to be a very good investment in my mom's health care, plus gave the family peace of mind.
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Cathybee1,
What an amazing return on that investment! Im so happy yours turned out well. Im hoping & praying that when my Dad is ready to agree to his 2nd it results in a similarly good outcome. He struggles with giving up control to his children as he doesnt want to be a burden......so far from the truth!
Thank you for sharing......Best wishes for you & your family!