Due Diligence Can Make a Difference
If you’re looking to get specific medical tests, there’s a chance that your physician may not immediately recommend it unless it’s essential. This is where due diligence comes into play. By looking up information regarding the tests you want to have done, you may find details that could help you make your case to your doctor. For example, if you’re going to get an MRI or CT scan, you can look up the American College’s Radiology Appropriateness Criteria. Used mainly by medical practitioners, this updated list of different imaging types is available to the general public. With this knowledge, you may find specific details that you can use to encourage a more positive response from the doctor.
That said, it’s important to remember that doing your due diligence won’t guarantee the desired coverage. However, with the correct information, you can proactively guide yourself to the ideal direction that will best lead to the desired results.
