With all the busy-ness of work and home, I admit I have a hard time keeping up with it all. Last night, I was reminded that I have to keep up with it! In my basket of "stuff to do for my dad", I found an overdue bill for his health insurance. I was kicking myself! I mailed it off this morning, but all day I was fretting over it. What if his insurance is cancelled because of the late payment? That's all I need! I called the insurance company this afternoon, and he does have a 90 day grace period. whew. Scared the bejeebers out of me.
My dad's doctor is leaving the practice, so I have made an appointment for him with a new one in a few weeks. I have all the stuff to do all over again...paperwork, records transfer, telling the story once again. I hope it isn't upsetting to my dad. He did only see the original doctor 4 times, but still, here is a new one to get used to seeing...for him and for me. Will he remember? I have no idea, but probably not. I think I often assume he will remember something, or react in a certain way, and typically, it's never the case. Word is this doctor was kind to my friend's in laws, and I'm hoping the same will be true in my dad's case.
I feel sure he will be kind to your dad. I am so glad that you called the insurance company - I was pretty certain there is a grace period. If not, we all would be without insurance, or electricity or be out of our houses because I am sure everyone has forgotten to send in payment at least once in their lives!
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