Hmmm, who does the doctor work for? Think again. They may not have much of a choice.

When patients are suffering from life-threatening illnesses or debilitating health conditions, the only thing that should matter is delivering appropriate evidence-based treatments in a timely manner. For that, patients rightly turn to us — their trusted physicians — for expert guidance on the best course of action. Yet, all too often, insurers insert themselves into the equation. As a result, restrictive policies like prior authorization can interfere with patient care — and lead to dangerous and painful outcomes.

Barbara Jung, MD, and Deborah Dyett Desir, MD

Several days ago, I posted Insurance companies dictating to doctors – Marion’s Mumblings. Today I am returning to this urgent subject by posting continuing videos from this doctor who is continuing her fight against America’s insurance companies. While many of …

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Unfortunately, I’ve being hearing this too often. A doctor determines a prescribed medication or treatment for a patient, only to be turned down by the insurance company. A surgeon schedules a cancer patient for tumor removal on Tuesday. However, on Monday, the doctor is told that the surgery cannot take place, and the needed operation is put on hold. So, WTH is going on and who exactly is in charge of your health? Your doctor or a board of civilians who only have one priority: their profit margin. Does it scare you? It should.