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AnneD

(15,774 posts)
108. Oh. Med Admin...
Thu Feb 2, 2012, 02:56 PM
Feb 2012

I always remember your posts with kindness. This Nurse thinks you're the greatest. I am sad beyond belief. I hope you get good Nurses. If they knew what a friend you have been to us....
Our health care may be great but the delivery sucks. If I had a nickle for every story like yours, I could pay your bills.

My step dad is just now recovering from a near fatal t-bone, but he will never drive again. We are grateful for the PT that only charged us what the InsCo would pay. He does PT for very famous sports people and he charges a mint, but thanks to his kindness dad can walk again. It is a small thing but it means mom can care for him.

Every American should has the basics and preventitive. Instead we get the Dept of No...and we pay too much for that.

Hugs and my love to you and your bride. I don't know what else to say.

The slaughter of innocents. [View all] MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 OP
The reason we tolerate this is, human nature. WingDinger Feb 2012 #1
Thank you. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #2
I disagree. This is NOT simply "Human Nature". bvar22 Feb 2012 #26
There is a difference between why this happens, and why we tolerate it. WingDinger Feb 2012 #28
Good point Bvar22. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #43
I agree. This country has the most punitive, cruel attitude concerning the ill and illness. anneboleyn Feb 2012 #124
Wow catbyte Feb 2012 #3
Thank you Diane. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #6
I wish there was something I could say that would help. MineralMan Feb 2012 #4
MM - I'm actually pretty cool with things now. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #7
I'm so sorry. LiberalLoner Feb 2012 #5
Thanks for your kind words. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #8
LiberalLoner described that white light the way my mom did pacalo Feb 2012 #66
I don't know what to say, except to say: every word is true and ashling Feb 2012 #9
I'm pretty bummed about my family. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #10
I hope your lawyer bankrupts those goddamn bastards!!! Odin2005 Feb 2012 #57
I don't go that far although I respect the feeling. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #82
i hope your lawyer barbtries Feb 2012 #116
I am so sorry DLevine Feb 2012 #11
As Ghandi said when asked what he thought of western civilization.... MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #14
I'm so sorry. What a disgrace that a story like yours is possible PA Democrat Feb 2012 #12
Thank you. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #15
I wish there were words.... renate Feb 2012 #13
Thank you. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #17
Pretty strong argument for single payer jsmirman Feb 2012 #16
You are too kind. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #18
Ha jsmirman Feb 2012 #25
My mom, more than anyone, taught me how to live with dignity in the face of adversity. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #27
I will try jsmirman Feb 2012 #32
It is in struggle that we find success. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #33
Well, my God, enjoy yourself in every way possible jsmirman Feb 2012 #70
And I think you've done one more great thing by writing this post jsmirman Feb 2012 #71
I'm so sorry... redqueen Feb 2012 #19
Thank you, redqueen. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #21
This is a big, giant hug. redqueen Feb 2012 #22
No Fears. I'm in this fight. The Doctor. Feb 2012 #20
If the doctor is in this fight .. then there is hope. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #23
Check PMs. The Doctor. Feb 2012 #30
And you were insured. Cleita Feb 2012 #24
I think we do need insurance. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #29
I really don't consider Medicare or Tricare insurance. They are health plans that everyone partakes Cleita Feb 2012 #37
Nonetheless, they are insurance. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #44
It could have happened in California and four Democrats blew it by not voting for it. Cleita Feb 2012 #52
That suck, doesn't it? MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #55
Correction, refused to do what it is mandated to do. WingDinger Feb 2012 #36
((hugs)) Starry Messenger Feb 2012 #31
And to yours. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #45
And may your last days too, Medical Admin, freedom fighter jh Feb 2012 #34
I've been very fortunate. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #46
You're in my thoughts. In the meantime, send this to the Minnesota delegation. Brickbat Feb 2012 #35
Feel free to forward it. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #47
we will keep up the fight dana_b Feb 2012 #38
+1 kickysnana Feb 2012 #42
I have no words for what I have just read... Earth_First Feb 2012 #39
Your tag line says it all. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #48
What a well written essay Zebedeo Feb 2012 #40
Thanks. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #53
Heartbreak bawieland Feb 2012 #41
Thank you for your dedication and passion. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #50
Yes bawieland Feb 2012 #79
My heart goes out to you Capn Sunshine Feb 2012 #49
Permission granted. I hope it helps: it's why I wrote it. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #51
I need some contact info Capn Sunshine Feb 2012 #54
My wife has asked me to keep my identity, for the moment, sub rosa. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #133
I am speechless, as I usually am in response to something like this. BlancheSplanchnik Feb 2012 #84
My God, In Minnesota of all places!!! :-( Odin2005 Feb 2012 #56
There was a time when MN could have been considered populist and progressive. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #134
The populist spirit is still here. Odin2005 Feb 2012 #170
If you want to neutralize the IP, then you need to help radicalize them to the right. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #175
So much grace in the light of your suffering mrs_p Feb 2012 #58
Thank you for that generous offer. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #135
What an emotional read....and what tragedy Sheepshank Feb 2012 #59
Thank you for sharing your story. I can only hope through your tragedy hlthe2b Feb 2012 #60
We all deserve better. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #136
I'm so very, very sorry, MedicalAdmin. KatyaR Feb 2012 #61
If my wife chooses to share this story, then she will. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #137
Don't mourn--organize! eridani Feb 2012 #62
Thank you for those links. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #139
Aww dammit! Your story is uniquely "American" in a bad way... riderinthestorm Feb 2012 #63
A most gracious statement. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #140
I'm just incredibly sad about your situation. pacalo Feb 2012 #64
Thank you for your post. denbot Feb 2012 #65
This leaves me speechless. Love and take care...... glinda Feb 2012 #67
glinda, do you live in backmann's district?? Angry Dragon Feb 2012 #76
Nope. Chipped Craack's District. Blech* glinda Feb 2012 #87
Holy shit! graywarrior Feb 2012 #68
Keep in the game Gray. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #141
. graywarrior Feb 2012 #143
... EvolveOrConvolve Feb 2012 #69
That was lovely. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #142
Nothing can be said that will make sense of this. ScreamingMeemie Feb 2012 #72
Does this, in any FUCKING way cbrer Feb 2012 #73
NO! It isn't the best we can do. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #144
thank you MedicalAdmin handmade34 Feb 2012 #74
Thank you for that. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #145
K&R....this is one shitty country we live in....n/t unkachuck Feb 2012 #75
But this could be such a good country. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #146
"But this could be such a good country." unkachuck Feb 2012 #171
I've had dark days too. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #176
Love to you and your family burrowowl Feb 2012 #77
I am so sorry this has happened to you. To anyone. Kali Feb 2012 #78
Thanks for sharing your story here. undeterred Feb 2012 #80
Private insurance is NOT the answer. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #147
What a fantastic post. I am so babylonsister Feb 2012 #81
Godspeed on your final journey. We love you, thank you for sharing. 1620rock Feb 2012 #83
Please share your story with your local news network RainDog Feb 2012 #85
why don't you contact these people RainDog Feb 2012 #86
Alas I have a genetic anomoly and do not produce the enzyme that breaks down THC. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #149
Wow. EastTennesseeDem Feb 2012 #88
This is so sad. I am so sorry to hear this. sabrina 1 Feb 2012 #89
Me too. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #150
Okay! sabrina 1 Feb 2012 #173
love and light to you and yours fizzgig Feb 2012 #90
I love, love, love that GIF. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #151
I am continually amazed and humbled kimi Feb 2012 #91
Likewise. EastTennesseeDem Feb 2012 #92
Kimi and ETD, MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #152
God bless you, MedicalAdmin! May your remaining days here be as long and as pleasant as you have... webDude Feb 2012 #93
Thank you. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #153
You've been a valuable member of DU, and I'll miss you Lydia Leftcoast Feb 2012 #94
You have been a beacon in the night for me. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #154
k & r Thank you for you, and for sharing this with us. Stuart G Feb 2012 #95
IT was, in some ways, my pleasure. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #155
That sucks. UnrepentantLiberal Feb 2012 #96
Oh my god - I don't know what to say. myrna minx Feb 2012 #97
You said it so well.... MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #156
... progressoid Feb 2012 #98
Thank you. I feel better already. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #157
you tell your story eloquently eyewall Feb 2012 #99
Will finish reading later lunatica Feb 2012 #100
A heartfelt 'Thank You' for posting this..... marmar Feb 2012 #101
I love your quote. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #158
we have insurance. we have money in the bank. i am so fearful of exactly what you describe. it is seabeyond Feb 2012 #102
It is my most fervent wish... MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #159
Good luck, MedicalAdmin muriel_volestrangler Feb 2012 #103
K&R. nt gateley Feb 2012 #104
Thank you for sharing your story. hay rick Feb 2012 #105
Wow, your story is powerful SunsetDreams Feb 2012 #106
My dear friend Suz on insurance: "You've got peace of mind." KamaAina Feb 2012 #107
Your dear friend is wise. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #160
Oh. Med Admin... AnneD Feb 2012 #108
I have nothing but admiration for every nurse I have ever met. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #161
no words ceile Feb 2012 #109
Thanks everyone for your thoughts and wishes. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #110
Safe journey, MA LiberalEsto Feb 2012 #111
I'm so sorry MA geardaddy Feb 2012 #112
I've read some of your past posts and you've been in my thoughts ever since. backtoblue Feb 2012 #113
I'm putting this in my pocket and taking it with me madamesilverspurs Feb 2012 #114
Oooooo. Coffee. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #162
medicalAdmin barbtries Feb 2012 #115
Helpless is OK. Mostly because it is a transient condition. It passes. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #163
MA my friend TuxedoKat Feb 2012 #117
This country is barbaric. Just barbaric. Brigid Feb 2012 #118
Peace be unto you. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #164
What a terrible and tragic story. BlueCheese Feb 2012 #119
We have a start with the HCR bills. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #166
Based on this OP alone I love you lunatica Feb 2012 #120
YOu will. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #167
i thank you for teaching me how to die irisblue Feb 2012 #121
Higher and truer praise I have never received MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #168
You are an inspiration... OneGrassRoot Feb 2012 #122
Peace. flying rabbit Feb 2012 #123
There are no words to express cate94 Feb 2012 #125
beautifully written and outrageously sad and frustrating Tumbulu Feb 2012 #126
"We" have done just fine. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #131
Your story is so moving libodem Feb 2012 #127
Money, in my mind, doesn't trump health. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #129
Oh my god. Delphinus Feb 2012 #128
Thank you. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #132
Sadness. lonestarnot Feb 2012 #130
k and r dembotoz Feb 2012 #138
wow, thanks for sharing G_j Feb 2012 #148
All I know how to say right now is thank you for all you are and have contributed. TheKentuckian Feb 2012 #165
This is my final post. I'm off to see the wizard and, who knows, maybe I'll beat this thing yet. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #169
Well that kicked my ass Tsiyu Feb 2012 #172
k&r shanti Feb 2012 #174
Thank you for sharing and may God Bless You mikekohr Feb 2012 #177
as far as pertaining to solutions pitohui Feb 2012 #178
Excellent post, thank you. And I agree, your friend was lucky to meet a doctor who understood sabrina 1 Feb 2012 #179
I have met several of good doctors. . MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #181
Yes, I know how that works, regarding making too much on paper. I discovered sabrina 1 Feb 2012 #189
Dear Sabrina. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #191
I am glad to hear you have not given up. sabrina 1 Feb 2012 #194
+1000000. SammyWinstonJack Feb 2012 #185
Deeply saddened by your story and wish that I could do something. grantcart Feb 2012 #180
Currently insurance companies have ZERO incentive to rush through payment. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #182
and ironically in the insurance industry's interest grantcart Feb 2012 #183
Have you considered that an aversion to a level playing field MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #186
My heart goes out to you and yours. unapatriciated Feb 2012 #184
But once I accepted it, it became very easy. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #187
I admire you and your grace. unapatriciated Feb 2012 #190
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #193
I will fight for universal health care in your honor. renie408 Feb 2012 #188
I'm honored Renie. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #192
This is it. MedicalAdmin Feb 2012 #195
My God, should you or your loved ones read this jsmirman Feb 2012 #196
I missed this post, this update... You are in my thoughts MA. ScreamingMeemie Feb 2012 #197
I missed all this and am sorry. Hoping for peace for you and yours. uppityperson Apr 2012 #198
MA, I don't know if you;re still here but I won't you to know that I, for one, am fighting Ecumenist Apr 2012 #202
I Xyzse Apr 2012 #199
I don't know you and wish you could be here with us...so i could. Evasporque Apr 2012 #200
aloha brother, peace to you and your family. mahina Apr 2012 #201
You are remembered still. ScreamingMeemie Apr 2012 #203
I thought you all should know that Medical Admin has passed on MedicalAdmin May 2012 #204
No words right now. JNelson6563 May 2012 #206
K, R and Farewell, MA Vanje May 2012 #205
Love to you medicalAdmin wendylaroux May 2012 #207
kick for truth Blue_Tires May 2012 #208
Much love to you my friend. I hope that you send this eloquent piece to your local paper and NC_Nurse May 2012 #209
MedicalAmin passed more than a month ago. Please read his dear wife's post... Duppers May 2012 #210
Dayum. No words. calimary Oct 2021 #212
I read every word of your post. Atticus Apr 2019 #211
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