Post: Second opinion/wrist

Posted by Claire on 6/24/07
I was diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome pre-WC claim by a renowned hand surgeon for my wrist pain. He said no sugery indicated. My WC orthopedic surgeon says I need surgery on the base thumb joint for ostio arthritus. I went back to Renowned Surgeon who examined me and the X-ray and he said the X-ray is clean, do NOT let anyone operate on my hand. My pain continues. Do I have to get my "second" opinion from a QME? Or can I go outside the WC system and find a recommended surgeon so I can get an unbiased opinion?
Posts on this thread, including this one
- Second opinion/wrist, 6/24/07, by Claire.
- Re: Second opinion/wrist, 9/01/08, by bill.
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