I would recommend, if you feel the question is an inappropriate “assault” or intrusion in some way, that you politely deflect the question by going on the offensive with a question of your own: “Am I required to answer that question, doctor?” Only that, politely asked, and repeatedly asked if the question comes at you again.
If the doctor answers, “Yes”, then continue on the offensive by politely asking to see in writing where that is codified in policy or the law. “Doctor, can you please show me in writing where your patients are required to answer that question?”
If he does show you something in writing, deflect again: “Doctor, can you tell me where I can write to about appealing or changing this policy?”
If all else fails, and it can’t be worked out, move on to a new doctor. If he moves you on, good riddence, yes?
I would recommend, if you feel the question is an inappropriate “assault” or intrusion in some way, that you politely deflect the question by going on the offensive with a question of your own: “Am I required to answer that question, doctor?” Only that, politely asked, and repeatedly asked if the question comes at you again.
If the doctor answers, “Yes”, then continue on the offensive by politely asking to see in writing where that is codified in policy or the law. “Doctor, can you please show me in writing where your patients are required to answer that question?”
If he does show you something in writing, deflect again: “Doctor, can you tell me where I can write to about appealing or changing this policy?”
If all else fails, and it can’t be worked out, move on to a new doctor. If he moves you on, good riddence, yes?