Adjam5 Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 I have a fractured left thumb and my hand is immobilized The guy I was teamed with at work was in a rush( as always...a real nervous nellie), and he loosened a vise that was holding a pipe that I just finished threading. As I reached down for a rag to wipe the oil off the pipe from threading it, the pipe swung downward from his loosening the vise, and it slammed my hand GOOD! Right where the thumb meets the back of the hand. Luckily, I had gloves on or I'd be dealing with a nice cut too. After dancing around a bit:eek:... I packed up my tools and went for medical assistance. Check this out... So I leave work to see a Dr., I went to the Orthopedist who treated my ankle when I broke that, and the Dr.'s office wanted to take a picture of me before they treated me. They said it was for their files. For their files? I said NO, They said find another place to treat you. I wished them a few pleasantries and I was on my way to the ER. Imagine that... a picture for their records...Big Brother in a BIG way. My insurance and workers comp said I do not have to comply with pictures being taken by a Dr.'s office. I tell this story for all to beware of what lurks in the future. What are your thoughts on a Dr's office taking pictures? Anyway...I will be out on comp for at least 2-3 weeks What great way to start to new year My wife is already telling me to go convalesce at the my hunting camp in Sullivan county I just might do that. Its not my trigger hand thankfully and coyotes are still in season:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 Ouch! Just remember to let it heal! What did they want to take pictures of....the thumb or you in general? Weird..... Have a good vacation,lol. And take it easy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 Sorry to hear this! Sure does make a good excuse to go hunting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksbowhntr77 Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 Sorry to hear about your hand (thumb), OUCH!!! I think I would have had a spastic reflex and just happened to bounce a hammer off of my team members head. You know.... Sorry, I didn't see you there, did that hurt??? ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 I don't understand the picture thing. Were they talking, xrays, a pic of your thumb, or a pic of your mug? Either way really, it wouldn't bother me, if I haven't done anything wrong. Hope it heals up quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted February 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 Thanks for the well wishes folks. Pics of my mug they wanted. Xrays and cat scans are no brainers...But what exactly does my pictures need to be on their file for? Whats next...the Pizza guy wants a picture of you for his files. I don't think so. My insurance said it was not necessary nor mandatory. I have nothing to hide either or done anything wrong, but this is BIG Brother at work and am a non conformist..to a point:D I will not drink the Kool aid no matter how they package it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 What are your thoughts on a Dr's office taking pictures? Nope, I dont get that either. Would have went elsewhere too. Hope it heals up quick for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubie Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 I've never had to deal with the picture thing, however, in this day and age where people sue you if you look at them crosseyed, I see how it makes sense in a cover your backside kind of way. Before and after pictures, so the patient can't go back and sue later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popgun Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 I think the photo thing has a lot to do with the high cost of health care and identity theft. Health care has gotten so expensive that your insurance card has become a commodity in the black market. The reason for the photo is so that the clinic knows that they are treating the real you, and not someone who says that they are you and aren't really you; unless the unreal you is the one who had the photo taken first, and in that case you must prove that you are really the you that you say you are.. ....popgun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 hope your hand gets better, and heals properly. i don't understand them wanting a mug shot... or are you that purdy.. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NS whitetail Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 sorry about the thumb hope it heals fast and enjoy your time off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CampRAGS Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 I do not understand the picture, or need for one....take it easy on the thumb....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 Sorry to read about your misfortune. Hope you thumb heals to 100%. As for the picture, that is just odd. Never heard of that ever! Odd.....very odd! Hope you are all healed by deer season! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 Sorry to hear that. Hope you heal soon. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted February 2, 2008 Report Share Posted February 2, 2008 I think the photo thing has a lot to do with the high cost of health care and identity theft. Health care has gotten so expensive that your insurance card has become a commodity in the black market. The reason for the photo is so that the clinic knows that they are treating the real you, and not someone who says that they are you and aren't really you; unless the unreal you is the one who had the photo taken first, and in that case you must prove that you are really the you that you say you are.. ....popgun Wow! Say that 10 times fast! :D Why didn't they just ask for a photo id?? Anthony, go back and ask why. Mention the ACLU and they will probably give you the answer. Get well soon!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted February 2, 2008 Report Share Posted February 2, 2008 I think the photo thing has a lot to do with the high cost of health care and identity theft. Health care has gotten so expensive that your insurance card has become a commodity in the black market. The reason for the photo is so that the clinic knows that they are treating the real you, and not someone who says that they are you and aren't really you; unless the unreal you is the one who had the photo taken first, and in that case you must prove that you are really the you that you say you are.. ....popgun Yep. In fact, my hospital asked me for picture ID today. That was a first. Sorry to hear about your thumb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted February 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Thanks again guys for the well wishes. I can understand the whole identity theft thing, and the need to verify that the person being treated is the person, in fact; with the insurance or the guardian thereof. Just ask for picture ID...Thats all. The simple fact alone, that they make no mention of what happens to these images taken in their "privacy policy". Every Dr's office has a privacy policy that should mention every information collection point and what is done with that info. On the lighter side. I was up at my hunting cabin since friday nite...convalescing:D I got dressed and went out looking for crows. Got about 200 yards and slipped 2X:rolleyes: Right on my butt both times. The snow was glazed over like a sheet of ice. I turned back to the house and started reading. I finished a great book on Ishi. The last Wild indian in North America. As long as this soft cast is on...I think I'll be doing a lot of reading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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