Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Virginia

Patient Dumping
I saw a Pain Management doctor who was treating me. I have been using narcotic drugs presrcibed by this doctor to help control the pain. I have followed all the rules, never abused anything, followed the pain contract I signed, never asked for early refilled, nver doctor shopped, used the same pharmacy, etc ...
I was complaining to him the medicine was not working, either it was too small a dosage, or the wrong med, and he said he was dropping me as a patient. Just like that. Without refills, I am going thru withdrawal, and my pain has skyrocketed. I barely can leave the house and suffer all day.
Qusetion: Can a doctor just dump a patient for any reason?
and what about pain meds since the patient may go thru withdrawal? Isn't there laws to stop this?

Thank You,
Ken

Asked on 12/09/04, 3:25 pm

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

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Re: Patient Dumping

Yes and no, are the answers to your questions, as far as I know.

Answered on 12/09/04, 11:25 pm

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