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I'm 61 w/heart, brain, kidney conditions including chf, af, bypass, lacunar stroke. i'm avoiding md visits i need. could a case manager help me?
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Help: Really! no you need a doctor to handle these complex conditions and I am not saying it because I am a cardiologist.
Answered 10/31/2015
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No.: A case manager is not a replacement for your doctor by any means. With all those underlying medical conditions, you should be getting care regularly. You can avoid the doctor, but you won't be able to avoid the problems your diseases are bringing. Good luck!
Answered 10/31/2015
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