“I doubt any primary and most surgeon will be willing to prescribe opiates when they get these letter.
You’re right. It’s being proved in Michigan. Not sure I have a good handle on it but, I’ve been looking for a new primary, and every one I’ve talked to said up front they won’t prescribe you pain-killers whether or not you even ask them about it.
Apparently some law went into effect last summer that requires when prescribing pain-killers that a physician must first consult the state’s database that supposedly has a complete list of all the prescriptions you’ve gotten in your life.
It appears that people in pain are being increasingly referred to pain specialists. I have my first meeting with one today at 2 p.m. Lately I’ve been taking 1600-3200 mg of ibuprofen per day for neck and back pain. Not supposed to be taking NSAIDs. Was getting Tramadol from my primary but she won’t do it any more.
I feel for ya’. I have neck and upper back pain due to stenosis, bulging disks, and scoliosis. I take Mobic daily. On top of that...I’ve had sciatica. Ouch.
Apparently some law went into effect last summer that requires when prescribing pain-killers that a physician must first consult the state’s database that supposedly has a complete list of all the prescriptions you’ve gotten in your life.
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My son has brain cancer and is on many medications. He has used oxy for a long time. The prescriptions are short term and it is always a wait at the pharmacy while they check it out.
I think it is good that they are cracking down on all the junkies trying to get their fix but it is an inconvenience for patients who really need it.
My wife is suffering because of this bullshit.