I wanted to validate the license of the person, I know that the good doctor recommended a few people but his license was not valid at the time, and the DOH rejected the applications. I totally agree with paying upfront, but $300 for an office visit is insane, also the fact they do not want your medical record is sketchy, there is a huge difference between a medical record and medical documentation. If I go to the ER and get an X-ray that is documentation, but in most cases if you have a debilitating condition you should have a lengthy medical record.
My concern is doctors that let patients into the program that do not belong, they are the ones who will give the program a bad name, these are the types of people who are getting arrested for illegal activity and then try to hide behind the card. It is these kinds of patients who push legislators into coming up with bills like HB5401. The last "good Doctor" let a lot of bad apples into the program, The DOH is/was aware of his activities and that is why he is no longer here, This is also another reason HB5401 had more backing this year than it did last. If the program continues to be abused the possibility of them changing/removing, the program is greater.
I do 100% agree we need this kind of service for many reasons, but it needs to be legit!
- $300(cash) for an office visit leads me to believe they do not care about the patient only the $$ most people with a debilitating condition are on a fixed income and will have a hard time coming up with the cash!
- A medical service that does not ask for a medical record... seems sketchy
- Not revealing a names so you can check the status of their license ... WAY sketchy
I know of 4 people that have appointments with this service... 2 of them should get approved, ?? HOWEVER, if the other two get approved then service is a JOKE and should be shut down! I will keep you informed.
The rumors I am hearing is that the DOH is looking to start a service like this, as I learn more about it I will keep you up to date.