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But my? As for my condition or anyone else's that has one, what if and not wanting it to take place or happen to anyone, if your condition came to you that day of and couldn't make the appointment because of the situation and condition you had happen and prevented you from going to that appointment? What is a person supposed to do about that, I have seizures at random at times and I know that they are more stable than before,yeh, but if I have one for that matter that day what am I supposed do… read more
Edwards right give 24 hours whenever ppossible. Wing if you have to . Take care . Eric Thom3
Yes, I have heard of that. It is mainly because some people forget their appointment or get their appointment time wrong. This keeps us up on our toes to be on time, or else you pay. I do not intend to pay - I am always on time if not ahead of my time..
I'm not to sure what would happen in the US health system as it is very different to Aus but over here in the public system you go on a waiting list for then they book the appointment. From there the standard is you can either cancel and reschedule or go to it otherwise you would fall off the list and it creates problems.
In the case you did have a seizure and couldn't go I would say it should be fine assuming either the hospital or yourself check in to see what's going on. It is part of the protocol that the hospital does check in on people with epilepsy if they don't show up as its technically considered high risk.
Question: What should someone do about medical appointment penalties when they miss an appointment due to having a seizure?
This is a valid concern that many people with epilepsy face. The best approach is to:
1. Contact your healthcare provider's office as soon as possible after the missed appointment
2. Explain that you had Show Full Answer
Not usually. Sometimes I miss a dose.( rarely) but if I do I might feel a little off. But usually I have enough in mI system to hold me over until the next morning.
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