Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in New York
Can a doctor give a diagnosis over the phone if they never physically saw the patient ?
Asked on 1/21/10, 4:30 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Stuart DiMartini
Law Offices of Stuart DiMartini
A doctor can give his opinion based on the facts that are told to him. It would be inappropriate, however, for her to prescribe medications without having examined the patient.
Answered on 1/26/10, 6:36 pm
Circumstances rule, as usual. Is this a new or old patient? Is this a repeat diagnosis following a physical exam, or one being made for the first time? Are prescription drugs being phoned into a pharmacy without a physical exam, or is the doctor suggesting over the counter medication. More information is needed. Best, M. E. Zuller
Answered on 1/27/10, 5:47 am
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