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I signed up for 5 lifeline screenings in my area,they only did 3 of them,i couldnt get the other 2 done cause the beds were so high, and im 4ft5,those tests were important to me,arent they supposed to accomodate by law,like stepstools,shorter beds?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No worries, talk to your primary care doc for what you got left so that he or she can arrange for appropriate screening. Remember that in case something turns out positive or needs further attention, having your doc involved and aware will help in coordinating locally.

Answered 11/4/2021

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Dr. Jerome Zacks answered

Specializes in Cardiology

If one received care in a health care setting, the issue of accommodating patients, on the basis of their physical limitations, mandates assistance in the proper preparation and performance of tests. If one asked for help and it was refused, they have a legitimate complaint. We hope you notified the person in charge of that facility.

Answered 11/6/2021

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