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[color=blue]I agree with Muncle. I would NOT want to be responsible for filing my own paperwork. I would expect that having the individual(s) process their own paperwork will result in a large number of errors and resultant delays in reimbursements to the patients. You'll not make them happy that way!

As far as paying extra for the privilege of having more time with you, home visits, etc., it is a possibility. It would depend on two things: 1) the amount of the charge you expect, and 2) whether or not I like you, can communicate easily with you, your bedside manner, and whether or not I'm confident in you/your services.

I also wish you luck in your endeavors. I sure don't envy doctors today. I recognize the insurance industry and the business managers of your practices make life intolerable. My own Internist has the same issues.

By the way, I'm what's called a Villages "wanabee" and won't be living there until 2009, so I guess you can disregard my opinion if you'd like.