Doctors

Can anyone say why a physician assistant will see you alone and then puts in their notes Dr. X was there for consultation and he wasn't even there. Seems odd they would say that.

[Agora1]

Since I wanted to become a Physician's Assistant at one time, I can tell you that they always work under a doctor's direction. This is why his name is shown. xx

[Hidden in reply to Agora1]

But if the doctor wasnt in room then took for the consult how could he know what I am like if he didn't check me over. Like I hurt my arm. Only one doctor in room but saying the physical was consulting? Am I interpreting it wrong?

[Agora1 in reply to Hidden]

It's a legality thing, sometimes insurance issues are involved.

The PA is well trained to handle cases on their own but do consult with

the doctor over them. xx

[Hidden in reply to Agora1]

I guess I can see for insurance purposes. So the consulting is there in case a question or situation arises?

[Agora1 in reply to Hidden]

Definitely, they report to someone higher than them. xx

[Hidden in reply to Agora1]

Thank you for your answers. 🌻

[Anxietynomore]

My Doctor trains interns in his office. They consult afterwards so maybe that's why.

[Anxietynomore in reply to Anxietynomore]

But in an instance where the Doctor needs to see you he should also come in the room after their consultation.

[Hidden in reply to Anxietynomore]

Ok. I think you're right. Thank you.

[Hidden in reply to Anxietynomore]

That makes sense. Thank you.