The OP implied that the vet was poor. Actually the VA disability payment for a 100% disabled individual is a bit over $3,600 a month which is tax exempt. If the vet is drawing Social Security, he should be receiving about $1,600 a month. By my math that is $5,200 a month income. Now if he is drawing retirement pay for his military service that could be another $1,500 or so a month. How many villagers have that much income?

If the vet is eligible for Tri Care medical coverage, he should not have any out of pocket expense for medical care.

So "what the hell does this have to do with anything"? This vet is not destitute.

Insulting at the least - but - you have a right to your opinion. And - your opinion shares what may be within your heat. God knows the various things I've done for this man over the years.

Great suggestion. No - he has not tried those approaches. I'll discuss with him this week.

Insulting at the least - but - you have a right to your opinion. And - your opinion shares what may be within your heat. God knows the various things I've done for this man over the years.

You clearly did not read the entire thread - including my comments regarding the VA (which he has been to - and they referred him to this Doctor (is my understanding - I plan on confirming tomorrow) - but - that wouldn't stop you from insulting remarks.

I've learned in the past several years as an MBA Strategy professor (a top business school) - philanthropy (involved in multiple initiatives in Africa and the US) and my career (including currently on the Board of a $ Billion dollar company) that there are CRABS in this world. CRABS try to pull people down who actually strive to be positive and get things done. I'm proud of what I have done with this vet - and the cynicism and insults will not deter me from working to assure that the world is better off because I was here.

Very helpful. Will follow this up.

Awesome. Thanks so much. First call tomorrow morning!

Pure ignorance. Do you know what other issues are in this person's life? Do the facts of his personal wealth or lack of it have anything to do with the issue? If a millionaire received poor medical service - would it matter any less that the Dr. is unethical and lack character?

I share with my students (over 1,000 MBA's - Leadership & Strategy): "Some people that are great Devil's Advocates perceive they are always adding value; sometimes they are - and sometimes they are not. They are often driven to enhance their sense of worth by offering alternatives views. Sometimes those views have value - so listen. Often they are driven by only the individual's personal self esteem - and demonstrating their perception of their own intelligence. The solution? Be an "advocate" as a Devil's Advocate if you have that talent - but the world is better off if you just stay quite if your motive is not advocacy but rather self indulgent."

I asked the community for help - with a man I've invested a great deal of time with (mostly financial - which is my wheelhouse) - healthcare just supportive. This situation was new to me - and I've received a great deal of GREAT advice and counsel - so THANKS! I will follow up - and feel better about The Villages overall - (but not entirely).

At 100%, he gets a nice pension plus no property tax on his home. ALL medical fees including prescriptions are paid by the VA as well as any procedure done as well as outside doctor care. Seems if he has SS or another retirement income he’s living beyond his means and should see a financial advisor as well as an advocate at DAV. Problem solved. One last thing: there’s lots of posers among us so ask for a copy of his DD 214 and the VA letter of benefits. Just in case.

Thanks. Good advice.

The pure ignorance is on your part. You don't even know if he is really a 100% disabled veteran. All you have is his word, that and a couple bucks will get you a cup of coffee. As I pointed out what monetary benefits he is possibly receiving places him far from being financially destitute. Sounds more like poor money management skill. He isn't the only one who has had hardships and heartache in their life so spare me the tears.

It has been pointed out by myself and others that the VA needs of intercede in the problem with the doctor. Again ignorance on your part for not getting the vet to the VA counselors to rectify the situation. I would think some who has taught 1,000 MBA students in Leadership and Strategy would been able to figure that one out.

Your "accomplishments" in your life you brag about apparently impresses you but I find it quite arrogant and condescending.

There are too many holes in this vet's story for me to give him any credence.

Did you read the posts about prescribing opioids? The government has cracked down quite hard on what strength levels can be prescribed and a patient can only obtain 30 days worth at a time. Hence the required visit to the doctor for a new prescription, not that the doctor is trying to fleece the government and patient for personal financial gain. Did you actually talk to the pharmacy to see if this claim that the doctor wasn't providing a form that could save the patient money or is it what he is saying?

For twelve years I have been going to Dr. Sastry, and she accommodated me on my prescriptions thought those years. She is professional, sweet and personable and will spend time to help you so you don’t feel like you’re just in a revolving door and rushed , ignored and left feeling you just wasted your time.
741 Summet Park
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Good Luck !

No! You are incorrect, the VA does NOT provide medication for chronic and sever pain. I am a combat injured vet. Broken hip, lower spine, shattered sacrolliak mended 1/2 inch out of place, every rib on right side broken, rib cage crushed and cracked skull.
After 40 years the pain is unbearable, I have to pay a private dr for monthly visits and for meds.

Do you have a disability rating from the VA?

Amen!

This canNOT be true! The VA would not send a 100% disabled veteran to an outside pain clinic for pain meds...sounds fishy to me.