Dr. Barley is a member of the Independent Doctors of New York (IDNY), and was its past Vice President

In the view of IDNY, managed care has made it difficult for doctors to deliver the best health care possible without outside interference. When doctors sign contracts with managed care companies, they cede their ultimate authority in medical decisions. It is these companies—not the doctors—that decide which treatments are available, which doctors they may refer to, and what medicines patients may receive. In fact, doctors enrolled in managed care plans are encouraged, by the high volume of patients they must see, to limit their interaction with each patient.

IDNY physicians do not accept this kind of control in the practice of medicine. Recognizing that the relationship of doctor and patient is inconceivable in the absence of mutual respect and trust, they seek to avoid being compromised by bureaucratic and financial pressures external to the practice of medicine.

By maintaining complete autonomy, IDNY physicians are able to offer their patients the best choices in diagnosis and treatment, and to remain true to the Hippocratic Oath. Dr. Barley continues to refer his patients to the best doctors and facilities, regardless of whether they are themselves members of IDNY.

Why should patients choose an IDNY physician?
As independent doctors, they can perform or recommend any appropriate test, treatment or surgery, and refer patients to any doctor or hospital, regardless of location or affiliation. Their only consideration is what is best for their patients..

IDNY physicians know their patients and respond to their needs. That means convenient, unhurried appointments and courteous help form staff. It also means availability on nights and weekends.

How are INDY physicians a patient's health care advocate?
If patients become seriously ill and require expensive medical treatment, they are in the best position to be the patients' advocates in dealing with third-party payers.

What insurance information can IDNY provide?
INDY physicians provide patients with insurance information on affordable alternatives to managed care such as Medical Savings Accounts (MSAs) and High-Deductible Indemnity Insurance.

They can also tell patients how to best use their managed care "out-of-network" option to cover the cost of treatment by an independent doctor.

What if I need a specialist?
From preventive care to having a baby, from a sore throat to major surgery, an independent doctor can offer a patient the most up-to-date, scientifically advanced care available.

To find out more about IDNY (Independent Doctors of New York ) Click on the logo above and visit the site.