Update for Thursday, March 17
Today we heard back from the lab regarding Katherine's nasal swab culture. She does have a bacterial infection in her nasal passage that they're now treating with a topical antibiotic. We hope this clears up quickly before it has a chance to spread. Other than that, Katherine has gained a little more weight and is now at 2 pounds, 15 ounces - just spitting distance from 3 pounds!
Paul and I are also just wrapping up our first major-league battle with our insurance company over who has access to Katherine's medical records. After a heated dispute with our insurance company, PacifiCare of Washington, and their outsourced company who monitors the care of all NICU babies, Paradigm Healthcare, we've effectively removed the nurse from Paradigm Healthcare from having any access to Katherine and her medical records. It's a horrible, long, drawn-out saga that still makes me very angry, so I will leave it at this: If you mess with Julie or Katherine McDermott, look out because you'll be dealing with Paul McDermott (who negotiates with crazy criminals for a living!)
I'd love to hear from anyone who has specific knowledge of HIPAA laws regarding patient medical records privacy. The only good news that came from this situation is the prompt attention and strong support we received from the administration of the Swedish Hospital NICU.
3 Comments:
Dear Julie and Paul, Katherine is such a beautiful baby. How proud you must be. Can't wait to see you three. Love, Uncle Jim and Aunt Barb
We are super proud for both of you.She is a beautiful little girl.We are glad to see that prayer definitely still works. We have had both of them on the prayer list since day one and we will continue our prayers for Katherine for the rest of her long blessed life. Our job now will be to control GRANDMA!!!!!!Love Mike and Liz
Hi guys! I am so excited to read that Katherine has reached the 5 pound mark! I read your updates constantly and keep all of you in my prayers. This website is such a great idea! Tell Katherine to keep up the good work! Love, Kristin (Anthony's fiancee)
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