Hi, the bariatric surgeon I have an appointment with requires that my primary care doctor fill out a form letter about my condition.

The doctor included some "misinformation" in the letter. He said I'd tried three things to lose weight that I haven't. I know he didn't misunderstand because I never mentioned them.

Does this mean that he wanted to "pad" the letter to prove that I need surgery? Is he afraid that the surgeon won't approve me?

I hope the surgeon doesn't read the letter too carefully because I don't want any questions about these untruths.

Perhaps he was confused between you and another patient.

It sounds like he is doing what he can to help get you approved, unless like Hop_Scotch said he's looking at the wrong chart. Since it is bothering you I would discuss it with him.

11 hours ago, imaginegirl said:

The doctor included some "misinformation" in the letter.

Most physicians never actually fill out those forms, they just review and sign. When you have an appointment with your physicians your always seen first by the medical staff/RN, they take all your vitals and other info and update your files prior to your doctor waling into the room, at least that has been my experiences over the years. I would agree more with the previous comment that it was more likely a mistake then an actual "lie".

My primary concern would be if there is any information my Surgeon should know that is being accidentally omitted by my primary physician. On that topic alone I would perhaps bring this topic to someone's attention in the office to review your records for complete clarification.

10 hours ago, VIN_IN_AL said:

Most physicians never actually fill out those forms, they just review and sign. When you have an appointment with your physicians your always seen first by the medical staff/RN, they take all your vitals and other info and update your files prior to your doctor waling into the room, at least that has been my experiences over the years. I would agree more with the previous comment that it was more likely a mistake then an actual "lie".

My primary concern would be if there is any information my Surgeon should know that is being accidentally omitted by my primary physician. On that topic alone I would perhaps bring this topic to someone's attention in the office to review your records for complete clarification.

I think you're right. It was an honest mistake. I think I'll talk to him about it when I go in next.