From a note on my patient's chart today:
Dr. _______
Mrs. ________ has exhausted her SNF [Skilled Nursing Facility] coverage. She has used her full 100 days and does not qualify for Medical Assistance [Medicaid]. She would have to privately pay for an SNF and she cannot afford this.
Doctor's Reply: What can I do about this?
Response: The patient and family are aware and husband says he will hire help but cannot afford private pay at SNF.
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Exhausted
Posted by Christopher M. Hughes, MD at 9:30 AM
Labels: "Anecdote-Off", Physician Autonomy, Rationing Health Care
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