If I Owned a Work Note Vending Machine, I’d Be a Millionaire.
Why companies should reconsider their work note policies.
I have often joked around with colleagues about starting a new business aimed at providing work notes to patients.
The idea would be to create vending machines with pre-filled work notes that could be purchased for $1. They would guarantee a day off of work, with the Hancock of a physician.
Given the number of work notes written each and every day, I’d be a millionaire in no time.
I know what you’re thinking.
First of all, it’s completely unethical. If the physician doesn’t see the patient, how could they morally sign a work note?
Furthermore, wouldn’t patients abuse the system, pay the $1 and get an excused absence any time they so choose?
You’re probably right on both accounts. So let me relieve your anxiety and tell you that I have no plans to open this business. But for the sake of argument, let me explain my reasons for continuing this farce.
Physicians will write a work note for anyone.
If a patient takes the time to go to the doctor, urgent care, or emergency department with an illness or injury, they are…
