Why Would Va Do A Prostate Exam For A Back C&p?

[Swamprat]

Hi all, I am new to this forum and appreciate all the work and time people are giving to help people like myself get straight data. I am already rated at 40% (2000) and just went for a QTC exam for my back "Chronic lumbar stain with residuals of surgery". The QTC doctor did not have me do any bending or try to touch my toes, He did not use a goniometer, pretty much just did my reflex in my R ankle.

My real question was why did he say the VA ordered then do a prostate exam? I told him I just had one done by my private physician and could send him the results - No, he had to give the finger wave himself. Please help me clarify, before I go to the VA to find out why.

[Pete53]

C&P exams are used outside of the VA Medical Centers and not connected in any way.

The exams are ordered by the VA Rather and they have their own reasons.

You can request copies of your exam from the VARO and you should for QTC exams.

[Stretch]

When all else fails go to you PCP and ask them why. You could also go to the C&P office in your VAMC and ask the question. You should also find out who ordered the Prostate exam.