Vitamin B12 Treatment Policy

Background

Many of the surgery’s patients are not on the most appropriate Vitamin B12 Treatment. In many cases patients can absorb Vitamin B12 in a tablet form instead of an injection.

A Vitamin B12 tablet enables the supply of the vitamin in a consistent & even dosage throughout the month. Whereas a Vitamin B12 injection the vitamin levels start off high and decline over time towards the next injection.

Policy Statement

We have changed our approach to Vitamin B12 Treatment as outlined in the policy document here: Vitamin B12 Treatment Policy Statement