I recently got admitted to Mayo Clinic. A surgeon outside of Mayo had been an intern there and got me in 'fast'. You should have all of your records. They are so organized. They had my CT scan and MRI's already in their system by I saw the doctor the same day. If you have an appointment at 2:10, you will be called at 2:10, so you better get their early to check in. Also, they do take Medicare to some extent. They charge you, the patient, and extra 15% because they won't just settle for what Medicare will pay. We also have a supplemental plan. Out of Mayo, most of my doctor bills have been paid, but this is not the case at Mayo. But, with their technology and skilled doctors, I feel I am going to the best and will be taken care of effectively. They work as a team. I am loving this place. The radiation that I will be taking for 5 weeks will be $48,000. They let you know if you ask. Our part will be about $6,100. I will still have the vascular doctor, the surgeon, etc. to pay, but it is my life and I want to live.
My question to you is have you gone to a vascular surgeon? Have you had any CT scans or MRI's? These tests are what finally told me what I had wrong with me. I had a swollen leg but no other problems. i don't even take blood pressure medicine. I am an avid hiker and exercise personal 67 years old. If my leg had not swollen, I would not know anything is wrong with me. You can ask your primary doctor for these things and they will be a lot cheaper than going to Mayo. Then you can go to Mayo. The fastest way to get things done is to have your doctor get you scheduled. They can work miracles. I hope I answered your questioin and more.