You have a car accident or a workers’ compensation case and have been asked to take an independent medical exam. Essentially, the insurance companies have figured out ways to cut you off from getting treatment and are getting paid by sending you to their own doctor who is supposed to be “independent.” However, that doctor knows where he is getting these cases from. Some of these “independent” doctors haven’t been practicing in years, now relying on independent medical exams as their only form of income.
What happens in the independent medical exam?
Independent medical exams result in a doctor determining whether or not you are still injured or still need treatment. There is a physical exam which consists of some tests, checking range of motion, and a report assessing the injury.
Keep your answers brief, you don’t want to divulge more than asked. Remember what you say can and will be used against you. You still have to do what the doctor asks, such as fill out their forms to the best of your ability, but you should answer their questions as briefly as possible.
If you get a notice from an attorney or the insurance company to go to an independent medical exam, you will have to go. Keep in mind this doesn’t stop your case, even if they say you are perfectly healthy. You can go over the report from the independent medical exam and can keep moving forward with the case even if the IME disagrees.
Find a lawyer or doctor today!
If a claimant wants to receive No-Fault benefits, they must be completed punctually. Failure to complete mileage sheets will lead to not receiving compensation for your travel expenses. Additionally, missing Independent Medical Examinations can result in your No-Fault benefits being denied. This is why it is vital to hire an experienced personal injury to represent you for your personal injury accident. By filling out the Find a Lawyer form, we will match you with such a lawyer to fight for you. Also, it is important you see a proficient doctor to assess your injuries.
