Getting Healthcare in this Economy
February 12, 2009 by admin
By: Dr. Eddye Bullock, M.D.
Each day it seems that thousands are losing their once “secure” jobs. This may have happened to you or you feel that your job is in jeopardy. For many, a job loss means losing their health insurance as well. Losing a job doesn’t eliminate the need to have medical conditions treated. Lack of health insurance can be an obstacle in getting health care. Yet, it should not prevent you from seeing a health care professional. There are many options available for you and your family and it doesn’t mean you have to get routine care in the ER.
Health Care Power of Attorney
November 24, 2008 by admin
By: Dr. Eddye Bullock, M.D.
There is a good chance you may have never discussed your wishes regarding medical care with your love ones. I cannot begin to count the number of times family members and loved ones were at a lost on how to carry out medical care when the patient is unable to make those decisions for him or herself. We have all seen the stories that end in long court battles. When a loved one is too sick to make their own medical decisions it can prove to be emotional and overwhelming time for family and friends. As a result, it is important that you talk to loved ones on what types of medical care you would want if you became incapacitated. Of course, it is impossible to predict every possible scenario that could lead to incapacitation. Yet, you need to give an idea to loved ones whether you would want to be place on a respirator (breathing machine). Do you want a feeding tube? Do you want CPR (chest compressions and electrical shocks) if your heart stops? I think those are some good starting points to jumpstart the conversation. I know it may sound morbid but having this discussion with your family can save your love ones a lot of frustrations down the road.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
November 19, 2008 by admin
By: Dr. Eddye Bullock, M.D.
Chances are that during one of your visits to your doctor’s or dentist’s office, one of those numerous forms attached to the clipboard was a form regarding HIPAA that you had to sign. What is HIPAA you may ask? Is it some new exotic contagious disease? Not quite. HIPAA or the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act was enacted by Congress in 1996. HIPAA was designed to protect patients and consumers. There are multiple parts to HIPAA.
Dr. Eddye Bullock Provides Key Medical Information
November 16, 2008 by admin
As an addition to our regular postings, Dr. Eddye Bullock will contribute relevant medical information to the MyLegalReview site.
Dr. Bullock earned her medical degree at Brown University and is currently practicing internal medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. We welcome Dr. Bullock and we look forward to the assistance that she will provide our readers.
So, check back soon for her first post!
