Incorrect. I've applied previously for a regular tourist visa online while in Thailand. Left. Came back. Maybe I was 'lucky' unless you have hands on experience on this, I think visa rules are followed as much as it depends on which immigration officer you end up with.
lol, actually yes that interpretation does make sense. But - the OP didn't mention cost was an issue, so the comment could've been simply to get the Elite. Anyway.
literally everyone qualifies via soft power/medical treatment. Someone posted they qualified over simply having a follow up appointment at the doctors.
I qualified similarly (although a once a month elective (cosmetic) treatment over 3 months)