[jonascord]

If you're getting something for next to nothing, is it worth using a little grease to bend them to your will?

I've been dealing with the VA for 3 years. I've blandly acted the grey ghost who always smiles and never bitches. It has gotten me more than when I had to keep dealing with the Hotel Of Death that is disguised as my local hospital.

They haven't yet read my thoughts.

[QT3.14]

== They haven't yet read my thoughts. ==

[GILTN1stborn]

All sources of “healthcare” have been morphing into VA types of places over the years. IMHO it is because the payment does not come directly from the patient, it comes from an “insurance company”. As the government takes more control, care will continue to go downhill and those expressing displeasure will be punished. Maybe you will get fake smiles back if you smile and act compliant, but you also cannot ask a question about anything or the tables will turn on you. Also, I have heard and read that doctors love educated informed patients that ask questions and I say BS. (no doubt there are exceptions, but generally THEY consider themselves as expert and do not want questions or discussion period.)