THE VERY FIRST CONSIDERATION

The very first consideration in any medical appointment,any medical treatment, and medical problem is:MONEY AND INSURANCE! The first words out of the mouths of all receptionists and desk clerks in any hospital, clinic, or doctor's office,aside from,' DO YOU HAVE AN APPOINTMENT?" IS: "DO YOU HAVE INSURANCE?" or, 'WHAT'S THE NAME OF YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY?" The repetitive routine of going over your personal information and your health condition before you see the physician(now called 'HEALTH-CARE PROVIDER' ) ostensibly to save time and discover or note any changes in your life,condition(s), and finances is a further obstacle between you and your physician, who gets paid essentially for running a factory and seeing as many patients as possible in the shortest time possible. The constant parade of your ailments and conditions for receptionist evaluation(is it an emergency?)and determination to allow you to see your doctor is usually within hearling distance of crowded waiting rooms and this is an aggravation that most people have to endure.