Linda I am so sorry to hear this, and this is SO TRUE!!
This is what is scaring me about waiting to see if they will do a scan for me, because the Dr. already warned me that they like to 'try other things' first before they allow the scan. WHY do they think this type of care is the way to go??!!!! THEY are not the ones sitting there suffering, in pain, or hoping that they dont run out of time before the insurance finally decides to 'allow them' to move forward.
They over ride what the doctors prescribe based on what they SEE and HEAR from their patients.... it is RIDICULOUS and really TICKS ME OFF!!
Linda, am still sending prayers your way and think about you a lot. You have helped me out a lot and to have hope on this end here with Clyde..... Wishing you the very best- keep us posted!!