Question:
Are there any good doctors and hospitals in Michigan that accept Medicare

I have tried four places in Michogan so far to find out if I could have surgery. The first doctor quit because of so many restrictions by the hospital.Ypislanti won't accept me because Iam 66. The third doctor and hospital accepted medicare but said I am too big a risk due to two blood clots I had after surgeries. It is an inherited gene. I have a Green- field filter in place for the last three years. I called Grand Haven and they won't accept Medicare even though I have a supplement insurance. Are there any hospitals and good doctors in Michigan that deal with Medicare and high risk patients.    — Carol H. (posted on December 20, 2002)

December 20, 2002
I just wanted to say that I don't know as if it is really as much of a Medicare issue as to why you are getting turned down. It sounds that maybe you are not a safe surgical candidate for any Dr any where to risk putting you under the knife. The main 2 reasons - age and history. At 66 thier are cardiac concerns under anestetia and after surgery you are prone to develop life threatning Blood Clots as in the past. The surgery serves no pourpose if someone suffers life threatning complications. Good Luck
   — Rebecca B.

December 22, 2002
You may want to try MMPC in grand rapids. Dr Schram and Dr. Foote are in with them. But I do kind of tend to agree with the previous poster, that it may be other things than the insurance. Best of Luck to you. You may also want to contact Hurley Comprehensive Weightloss center in flint.
   — Sassy M.