Any physician assistants or nurse practitioners who would consider ordering a few lab tests for me?

Nothing fancy. I just can’t get any cooperation from my primary doctor. I have heart failure and Type 1 diabetes so anytime I have a problem, all I hear is “it’s because you have [CHF/diabetes]” and “take your meds and you’ll be fine.” It’s incredibly frustrating, especially because I believe there are a few other issues. Of course, I can’t prove anything because she won’t order the damned tests.

Based on my symptoms, research and anecdotal evidence from family and friends who experienced the same things and were properly diagnosed, I believe that my D, B3, B12 and testosterone are all very low.

Like I said, I’m not looking for any kind of specialty testing. These are really basic tests. I know I could order them myself at numerous labs, but I’d have to pay for them out of pocket (totaling $200 to $300). If ordered by a medical professional, though, my insurance would cover 100% of the costs.

Anybody out there who could help out or give me other options?