Patient Refuses to Pay $100 Late Fee to Psychiatrist: Who’s in the Wrong?

A patient struggling with anxiety and sleep issues found themselves in a heated dispute with their psychiatrist over a $100 late fee. After receiving a three-month supply of medication, the patient was instructed to call the psychiatrist a week before running out for a follow-up appointment. However, the psychiatrist failed to respond to multiple calls and emails, ultimately scheduling a last-minute appointment that the patient arrived late to. The ensuing conflict raises questions about professional responsibility and fairness.

The Struggle with Anxiety and Sleep

Running Low on Meds ⏳

Finally, a Response

Arriving Late ⌛

The Unexpected $100 Late Fee

Patient Fights Back

The Policy Defense

Refusing to Pay and Firing the Psychiatrist

A Battle Over Responsibility and Fairness

This story of a patient and their psychiatrist locked in a dispute over a $100 late fee has left many questioning the ethics of the situation. The patient, who was seeking help for anxiety and sleep issues, blames the psychiatrist for not responding to calls and emails, leading to a last-minute appointment. The psychiatrist, on the other hand, insists the late fee is justified due to the patient’s tardiness. With both sides standing their ground, who do you think is in the right? Share your thoughts and reactions.

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Patient questions psychiatrist’s ethics over $100 late fee charge.

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Commenter criticizes psychiatrist’s ethics and money-focused practice.

Last minute appointment, no-show fee? NTA, says commenter.

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Report the psychiatrist to the licensing board for unethical behavior

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Father suggests reporting psychiatrist to board for late fee.

Reporting a shady psychiatrist?

Supportive comment advises finding new psychiatrist due to poor communication.

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