Mary - it's interesting and maybe insurance plans work differently but I saw the ortho Tues and had my MRI Wednesday (although I also had to go back Thursday as I couldn't complete the first session due to pain). My doctor called me last night after getting the MRI screens and I see him next Tuesday, meet with the surgeon most likely Wed. and Thursday and will hopefully have surgery in the next week or two. The Doctor's office did everything for me. I just had to show up.

I think I'm blessed with the plan I have. Between this and the cancer surgery - it's really come through for me. I have a PPO plan with United Heathcare in case anyone is interested.

Are you on an HMO? Regardless, insist on getting the test sooner. Ask the doctor's office why they don't do the scheduling (note my doctor's office not only did the scheduling but ran everything first thru the insurance plan to make sure everything would be covered).

If you are having the same pain, I can't imagine waiting any longer!!! Become the "squeeky wheel" sometimes its necessary!