[catherinerose42]

my doctor that i see know for my wc case will not refer me to rsd doc dose anyone know if i can just go on my own or do i have to be referred and is there any good ones on long island new york

[catra121]

I do not know what the laws are in your state...every state has different laws about what doctors you can see. I suggest speaking to a work comp lawyer because they will know what to do. Even in a state where you cannot see your own choice of doctor and get coverage, there is a process where your attorney can petition the courts to allow you to see another doctor for whatever reason (lack of care, inexperience, etc). If the court approves it then work comp will have to too. If the doctor refers you to another doctor then that is obviously easier. Work comp lawyers don't take any money up front though so it is definitely worth it to consult with one. It should be a lawyer who is willing to go to bat for you and your rights.

[painman2009]

Originally Posted by catherinerose42

my doctor that i see know for my wc case will not refer me to rsd doc dose anyone know if i can just go on my own or do i have to be referred and is there any good ones on long island new york

1 yes you will need an attorney for comp case. especially here on LI. and you can go see a specialist of your choice as long as they accept comp.it works better with a referral. what type of dr are you seeing and r u dx,d with RSD already.

[catherinerose42]

yes they put in the case but it seems like my primary doctors dose want me to see the rsd doctor my boy friend thinks hes not aware all it involves but im scared i am have alot of other problems examples like my eyes and ears and bad headaches besides my every day pain in my legs and he keeps saying has nothing to do with it

cathy

[painman2009]

no time to play if your dr feels like writing it down and saying with out a doubt that it is not RSD related.. but i still wldnt trust in it.. you need to know.