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It's not highway miles. There are 3 routes, and they all cross the Cascades Range. It's a scenic drive, but pretty much all 2 lane, winding roads, with the likelihood of substantial snow, 55mph. Getting close to Portland, there's a lot of slow traffic. Anytime we go over the mountains, it's an overnighter, which makes for an expensive drive to a doctor appointment. Theoretically, it could be done in one day, but it's too much pain to drive the 6 hour round trip. I will ask about the possibility of someone coming over here for the medication refill.
I've never been one to stand up for myself, or to self advocate. I encourage others to do it, but it's not easy to do it myself.
Jim
Replies to "@wsh66 It's not highway miles. There are 3 routes, and they all cross the Cascades Range...."
Buck up Jim. Only the squeakiest wheels are getting greased these days. Think about what you need to say before your in the room. Imagine the questions that will come and be ready with answers. You pay the bills, you are in charge.
Jim, all I can say is to weigh the pros and cons.
You may call and ask if they can do a virtual appointment this month with you due to financial difficulties? Tell them you don’t have money to make the trip or whatever your reason is that you can’t go. Be courteous and polite and professional with your request.
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Jim, know any registered nurses? Especially hospital ones, retired or not? They are usually very good at being patient advocates!