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How long does it take for referrals within Mayo?

Visiting Mayo Clinic | Last Active: Nov 5, 2021 | Replies (13)
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@mnjayhawk

Hi @naturegirl5
My original doctor is writing the referral, or at least that's what they say. Since I have not yet seen the neurologist I don't know why he or she would write a referral. If my original doctor has decided that I should not see pain rehab at this time, shouldn't he tell me why he isn't writing a referral? Maybe there is a reason he doesn't think I should go there yet. I want to call the department, but it would be the third time and honestly, every time I think about it I just start to cry and I wouldn't be able to hold a conversation. I feel like I'm beating my head against a brick wall. Thanks for the positive thoughts--I can really use them right now!

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Helen, Volunteer Mentor | @naturegirl5 | Nov 4, 2021

Hi @mnjayhawk
OK, now I understand why a referral has not been made within Mayo Clinic. Yes, the neurologist at Mayo Clinic would want to see you and do an examination before making referrals.

We travel for 9 hours (one way) by car to Mayo in Rochester. I have an appointment for a scan next week and when I asked if I should plan to stay longer or if more tests will be needed my nurse practitioner replied that this was difficult to predict. It all depends on what the scan reveals. So I have to be somewhat flexible in my situation as we just don't have enough information yet. As Laurie @roch wrote I got this information on the Mayo Clinic portal because I knew I would get rattled on the phone.

If you'd like more information about Pain Rehab, can you call that department at Mayo and ask how referrals work? Also, give them your time frame and ask if you will be able to get in during that time with a referral or if you will have to wait for an opening?

Positive thoughts and energy sent your way that you get the answers you need.

Helen

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