So you are saying that the Army should be put in charge of Health Care!
May not be a bad ideal.
Individuals go on sick call - see a medic (E-1-4) if the medic thinks a doctor is needed - thats when they get to see one.
So Military Vets - what do you think of this ideal?
WARNING: This post needs to be read with the knowledge that it is said "tongue in cheek".
New ArmyCare regulations for civilians:
1. Sick call will be from 0530-0630. If you don't make it during this time, then go to work and try again tomorrow.
2. If you are going to sick call for a persistent problem, you will be turned away and told to make an appointment.
3. If you call and make an appointment, you will be directed to try sick call.
4. After several days of trying to be seen, you will be told to drink water.
5. If problem persists, you will be given ibuprofen.
6. If ibuprofen does not solve the problem, you will be allowed to see a doctor, who will prescribe ibuprofen.
7. If problem still persists, you will be referred to a specialist. (Doctor, not to be confused with an E4.)
8. Upon review of your case, the specialist will prescribe ibuprofen.
9. If problem persists, you will be taken seriously finally.
The goal of the new program is to get you to refer yourself for self-medication to receive ibuprofen OTC. In failing this, hopefully your problem will resolve itself before you complete all steps. In failing this second objective, you will learn to live with pain.