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Originally Posted by Russ_Boston
Also this point is not correct (at least not on the medical floor where i work at TVRH). The specialist may (and usually does) rx some meds but the PCP is always the one who approves/disapproves of your home meds continuing while in the hospital. And some people have a laundry list of meds from home! They quite often also rx new meds. And the PCP will often direct the instructions for care as well as the specialist.
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OK Russ, I can see the use of the PCP in some cases where there are meds that are not related to the surgery. I just didn't see the point in paying the PCP all that money to visit me and say hello each day. In my cases the PCP didn't add too or delete meds. He did nothing but visit me, say hello and send me a bill. All my meds were related to my condition which I would think my surgeon would be able to handle as well or better than a PCP. I guess it's just a case professional courtesy among doctors. I do respect your opinion as a medical professional.