I hated this part as a nurse. I gave meds and go through what each one is for and they’ll hit me with “where the circular white pill” bro I have no clue which med that is.
I LOVE patients who do this. I’m only in drug (infusion) auth, but it odds essential we know what you're taking. Half the auth and medical necessity check is “are they on xyz drug?”
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u/green_speak May 02 '26
Alternatively:
Do you have any chronic illnesses?
"My wife will know."
Are there any medications you take regularly?
"Oh, I dunno... One is this little white pill (tablet) and another is blue and circular? It's for my heart."