Re: Ultrasound screening in adavanced maternal age.

From: DMECNM@aol.com
Thu Oct 30 17:51:21 1997


In a message dated 97-10-30 16:27:11 EST, you write:

<< If a patient declines amnio, do you recommend an ultrasound.

If you recommend ultrasound, do you: Do it in your office Send the patient to radiology Send the patient to an MFM (if available) >>

In "our" practice, all AMA pts are referred to genetic consultation with a Perinatal Group. My OB does not do amnios. There, if the pt declines amnio, she is offered ultrasound. Knocked me out of my shoes when I found out that they charge $1800 for the amnio alone. Is that the going rate for amniocentesis? WOW!!! The consultation is $171.60. Why that figure? I haven't a clue.

Denise, CNM





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