Hey, ChingOwn, I'm not sure I know what you mean. MRI scans cannot prove someone is in constant pain. In fact, there is no test that offers proof of pain. The only thing doctors use is the 1 to 10 scale.
But you're right, NM has very strict regulations for pain patients -- we have to have two different doctors provide certifications, including a pain specialist. Every year. It's very expensive.
Severe Chronic Pain (this condition must be accompanied by two medical Certifications familiar with patients chronic pain , one from a primary care provider and a second from a specialist with expertise in pain management or expertise in the process
that is causing the pain confirming unremitting severe chronic pain.
This applies to both new applications and re
Ya your right I tried to quote from memory the last time I read it