The issue arises from a penny wise, pound foolish approach to medical qualification that stems from years of cost cutting. Those of us old enough remember a system that thoroughly inspected the "merchandise" before buying, rather than placing the onus on the candidate to be doctor, lawyer, and health administrator - a new system guaranteed to cause unnecessary problems.
Before receiving my appointment, I received a complete physical that included blood tests, urine tests, EKG, full dental exam, and more. Greater upfront cost, fewer problems/costs down the road, and far less confusion/anxiety among candidates.
Before receiving my appointment, I received a complete physical that included blood tests, urine tests, EKG, full dental exam, and more. Greater upfront cost, fewer problems/costs down the road, and far less confusion/anxiety among candidates.