I feel like I am constantly battling the military healthcare system when I feel like I need particular treatment. I am not alone in this never ending battle, so luckily Dr. Laurel Proulx reached out to The Military Mom to help all military members in on some secrets she has learned not only a medical provider, but also a dependent, on how you can be your own advocate to get the care you need. Listen in or watch on our YouTube Channel to hear what you need to do in order to help you get back in the fight.
You are your own advocate to get the care you need. Your PCM doesn't always know exactly what you need unless you speak their language, so here are a few tips to move the process along or skip it entirely!
1. When you go to your PCM for something, write down the top 3 things you want to achieve from the appointment. You are in control of the outcome.
2. Research the medical term of what you think is going on. If you speak their language, they won't have to guess what is going on.
3. If you believe you need to see a specialist, you don't necessarily have to see a PCM. Contact the specialist you want (make sure they take TriCare) and have their staff get the referral from your PCM. Its their job!