what should physicians do legally with medication samples they have signed for when leaving a medical practice
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I would call the Board and ask.  No since in getting fined over a few antibiotic packs.  In my opinion though if you signed for them they are yours to take to another practice.
48657
If you are given a subpoena, you should not need the patient's authorization in order to comply with it, but you could contest the subpoena if you feel it would violate your patient's doctor-patient privelege. I'm not a lawyer though, and HIPAA has changed the playing field when it comes to releasing medical records. If the patient is willing to sign an authorization, getting it certainly wouldn't hurt.
425267
On the whole, under the circumstances, most physicians would simply request payment at the time of service--that's sometimes challenging for you, but it's easier until you re-estblish your credit rating.\n\nNow, on the whole, I presume that you were on the cymbalta for pain management, for which it is effective, though not my preference--because of the greater need for tapering compared to other drugs for that condition.\n\nReturning to your question, however...  A physician has the right to discontinue care of any patient, as long as written notice of that discontinuation is provided, and a grace period (generally 30 days, but that varies from state to state) is given for the person to find another medical provider.\n\nAs for the phone nurse--there's only so much she's allowed to do, and as I read this note, it seems to me that what you needed was way beyond what she was likely allowed to do.
1017257
Yes, but the first thing you should do is contact your state's Board of Medical Examiners.  They can audit the records of the physicians office and even revoke the doctors license to practice.  Then, you'll have some evidence and a leg to stand on in court.
156276
Take it to the drug store pharmacy, the'll tell you. Otherwise, throw it away. If it's was found in your home, of course, check out your medicine cabinet... Dr Checko... (Nickname)
53127
Good luck...its hard to unring the bell sometimes. Your existing medical records are out there and there is little you can do to "erase" them.\n\nYou can limit some of the future information from getting too wide spread.  A new federal law on medical privacy, HIPAA, went into effect April 14, 2003.  See the link below
1095833
most expired meds just lose their potency.  a few weeks to a couple of months past the expiration date and they will still be ok.  anything over 6 months should be tossed out.  make sure to remove your label first so someone can't find your personal info if they decide to rummage through your trash
130748
I have been in US pharma for over 11 years- some of it in sales. The best question I had used was- " Doctor, what do you think is the number 1 concern of your ??????? patients"- use that as a foot in the door to position your drug
422932
HIPAA laws say that you are obligated to a copy of your medical records.  Call your doctor's office and they should comply (some may charge you a copy fee).
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http://www.medlawplus.com/legalforms/instruct/sample-ltintent.pdf\n\nLook at the form on the above site and see if that may be what you need.  Good luck.
922865
This is commonly done when a doctor retires , records are sent to the doctor taking over for him , records aren't looked at unless you call and want to be seen by this physician , so if you don't want this new one retrieve your records but first find a doctor excepting new patients... your former doc found one and apparently thinks he/she  is qualified to be your doctor
1108168
Contact your states Medical Board. You can usually pull up physician practice records form their website.\nBest Wishes ! Mare
906290
There has been some misinformation in response to your question. Doctors do not get paid to prescribe certain medications. Be careful of the information provided by "hushnowjustplayit," as she has confused some of her information. Some doctors do participate in clinical trials, in which actual drugs and placebos are used, but patients are NEVER entered into these trials without their knowledge and written consent. The physician is not paid for prescribing the drug, but for conducting the research itself (monitoring patients' progress, evaluating the data, etc.). Pharmaceutical companies often meet with doctors, or even buy them lunch or offer small gimicks, to explain what they believe are the benefits of their products. They are not legally allowed to offer trips (this law has been in place for nearly twenty years) and, in my experience, the drugs doctors actually prescribe are not influenced by which drug reps ("salespeople") have recently brought lunch. The only possible exception is free samples - when there are equivalent drugs on the market, a physician may be more inclined to start a patient on the drug for which he can provide free samples. \n\nIn short, doctors get nothing for prescribing a prescription for you. Doctors are constantly battling with insurance companies, just like their patients, and most of the physicians I know are disgusted with the current price of medications and the general state of American healthcare. \n\nIn regards to your second question, MDs are largely trained only in methods that have been supported by hard science. They are not against homeopathic cures, but merely cautious of any remedy that has not been thoroughly evaluated. As mentioned by "ladyscientist," a DO (Doctor of Osteopathy) would provide more homeopathic methods for treating illnesses, and may be a better fit for you than a traditional MD.
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They might work for a physician in his office, or a hospital. They would take a medical record, or"chart" after the doc or division is done with it, and put  the papers in a certain order so the info in it can be easily found. They review it, looking for incomplete items like the lack of a physician's signature on a order and notify the physician. They put it in a color and number coded folder, and file it. They tag incomplete parts, and label  the different sections. When someone needs to see the chart, they verify who that person is, accept a fee if there is one attatched for making copies of certain parts of the chart, make the chart available, and refile it when the person is done with it. The clerk might have to deliver the chart to a hospital division if they work for a hospital. Only certain people are allowed access to a chart, so they would be expected to keep quiet about what they see, and cooperate with security measures.
437413
You are entitled to your contact lens and glasses prescriptions.  However, if your last exam was more than a year ago, your prescription will probably no longer be valid.
72908
You are entitled to a copy of any medical records of treatment, you just have to ask. Then a lawyer should be your next stop.
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You must keep a register of all patients, for legal purposes. Let's say something happens to this patient, you have a back-up of arrival time, discharge time, procedure/treatment, dressings, meds, everything.\n\nThis is reference to show whether or not protocol was followed.