Independent Medical Examinations

An independent medical examination (IME) occurs when a doctor who has not previously been involved in a patient's care examines the patient.  An IME is requested when there are questions surrounding the reasonable and necessity of treatment, to assess causation, impairment, and/or appropriateness of care. Usually an IME consists of a complete review of the file provided, an examination, and generation of a written report. If requested, we will coordinate a phone consultation with the consultant before and/or after the IME to discuss findings before the report is generated. Sometimes a verbal report or opinion is given in lieu of a written report.

Northwest Medical Experts will facilitate the IME or CR35 exam from request through product delivery. If requested, we can work directly with the examinee or their attorney to ensure the most convenient date/time and location for all parties involved.  

We accept the records in hard copy format, electronic upload or on CD-ROM. We prepare the records per the consultant's preference, enabling the consultant to review the records file as efficiently as possible resulting in a cost saving benefit.

The medical consultant always reviews and gives final approval on all reports before they are delivered to the requesting party. All of our reports are accompanied by a CD-ROM containing an electronic copy of the report, an electronic copy of the records as were provided to the consultant, and an electronic copy of any other pertinent documents such as intake forms.  We also provide a copy of the same information to the consultant to retain in their files if needed for post IME services such as depositions or trial testimony.

We strive for a 7 business day turnaround time and rush report requests are accepted and accommodated whenever possible.

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