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I thought neurologists deal with nervous system disorders? why won't they see me after i've been diagnosed (by emg/ncs) with l4-l5 & s1-s2 issues?
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Neurologist referral: Neurologists do treat nervous system disorders. A specialist not seeing you may be due to many factors. Is your medical insurance not accepted by that doctor? Does the problem require a surgical evaluation? Was the problem due to a work-related injury (some doctors will not manage those problems)? Did your primary care doctor order the EMG/NCS? If Yes, see that person for help.
Answered 5/3/2015
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