I agree do not go to this doctor. I was a new 1st time patient. Arriving at the office I asked why my SSN # was required, since most identity theft is obtain from information taken from doctors office's and nursing homes, I am reluctant to give out this information. I was told by individual taking my information, that they did not know, but it was the doctor's requirement. When I stated that I would ask the doctor why, I was told that the doctor would not discuss this with me, and would only discuss my medical treatment. I was than told that it is required, in case I fail to pay what I owe. When I noted that the office did not except personal checks, and only took cash, money orders, or charge card as payment, how I could fail to pay there was no answer. I took my paper work and left. It should be noted they already had my insurance, and drivers license info. Bottom line the main reason I left was because I was told that the doctor who required this information would refuse to discuss the reason why with me.
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