@debbraw I do have a patient portal and prefer communicating this way as I then have proof and need to use this method more to my advantage. Seems talking or discussing things is no longer how doctors perform their duties. I have an HMO and the only problem I have had is with the Primary. My 3 previous PCP's were NP's. Doctors and other medical personnel keep leaving which makes it even more difficult. I am not one to change doctors. I even had one specialist discharge me without telling me leaving me without refills on thyroid medication. I sat for 2 hours waiting to be seen and when I asked if I could reschedule I was then told the doctor had discharged me. Even this is allowed and legal!!! There was a time a doctor could not do such a thing. I can honestly say I have never been rude or disrespectful with a doctor or any of the staff. No reason given for their actions. Most of them don't want to think outside the box. Still searching.
Thanks again to everyone here at connect. At least I am not alone or crazy for being confused. Cold and indifferent is just so wrong no matter what someone's cultures or beliefs.