Frustrated. Haven't been on here in a long time. So please bear with me. Back up a few years, well 14... Major injury too much to explain, was told be in wheelchair for life, 3 months later off 90% of meds to control back pain, I walked with support, then walked with the crutches that attatach to arms, slowly progressed to walk without support 50% of time, then it became good n bad days needing them, so anyway I have dengue rate discs disease with multiple herniated n bulging discs and 6 lumber vertebrae with 5&6 fused, it's a birth defect. 4.5 years ago injured both arms scraping and painting cupboards and walls and ceilings in trailer. Was diagnosed with tendinitis n carpal tunnel syndrome, iced constantly was put in exos casts due to swelling increases and decreases that could remold them multiple times, and was in a sling in right arm because it was the worst. That was September 2011. In March or April 2012 was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome. Multiple tests done including a nerve condition test in January 2012. The bruises on right arm didn't disappear completely to June. So in September on 2015 was diagnosed with possible stiff person syndrome as well, still waiting to see neurologist. I've pain in one pain med for 14 years, I've been at high doses, I've been at low doses, it's pretty much stated do as I feel needed for control. Hydrocodone 5/325 1 to 2 pills every 4 to 6 as needed. I was able to get 120 every 7 days, I didn't take that many so I asked to have it lowered, now it's 60 every 7 days. Along with 20 mg baclofen 3 times a day. When my pcp isn't available to sign my scripts which I normally fill every 3 to weeks as I don't use 60 a week due to side effects. Another doctor needs to sign them. This one dr who has signed my scripts decides I also need a urine test, mind you I've had 1 urine test in 14 years because of her, she wanted another one this past Thursday, I said no, she isn't my pcp and I'm not jumping through hoops for her again, I'd rather be in pain then deal with her. Why does she have the authority to decide my stuff? My pcp asked her to sign it so just sign it right? They work in same office, she has before only filled my script for 5 pills or 10 pills because my pcp wasn't there. Does anyone deal with this kind of thing? Seriously after 14 years on same medication why does she mess with new? I'd rather be unable to move then let her decide my plan of care. Ok rant over...

Honestly, I am really surprised you've only had to give a sample ONCE in 14 years.

I don't know where you are, if it's in the U.S. then testing is pretty much the norm now and PCP docs are getting away from prescribing opiates because of the new regulations. Doctor's opiate prescribing practices and documentation are being monitored very closely and their licenses are on the line. Since she isn't your regular doctor she may actually be doing you a favor writing for just a few to get you through till your doc is back. Otherwise in the pharmacy records it looks like your getting large numbers of pills from different docs. Not good.

The other doc may also feel uncomfortable signing off without checking you. If she signs, the responsibility for that RX ultimately falls on her. I'm NOT saying you're doing this, but if you were taking drugs not prescribed to you, something happened to you and that doc didn't check.... That would be really serious.

I know if feels intrusive but it's designed to keep us safe, even though it may not feel that way.

I agree with Littlepaw. I wouldn't take it personally because this is standard practice now. This physician is responsible for all controlled substances he or she prescribes. I know it can be a pain to have to go into the office but in the end it's better for you both.

I do understand what you are saying, but at this time, with this docs history I'm not caving to her, she will hand out certain drugs such as suboxon with out question, I know many people who see her, she is in favor of methadone clinics and getting marijuana cards. And because I'm different she has also had something against me. She is an older doc, 23 years ago when I was in pre term labor and had been beaten by the baby dad she wanted to do a rectal examhaha hell no I kicked her out of my room. She is a very different type of doc. I love my pcp is is awesome and yes he n I have gone our rounds but he listens usually. I am at a point I don't want pills, I've asked priortothisaboutpatchform of pain meds I know they make them,I hate whattheplsdoto my insides ihopepeoplestart taking me seriously