An IME provides a thoroughly objective, impartial assessment of an individual’s diagnoses, prognosis and recommendations for treatment and recovery. An IME occurs when the physician and health care team have not previously been involved in a person’s care. There is no ongoing doctor/therapist-patient relationship. At HUM, we specialize in IMEs focused on Addiction, mental health and chronic pain issues.
Who is this program for?
If there are work-related performance issues or an injury, an IME may be conducted to determine the underlying causes, extent of pre-existing or current problems and the efficacy of current medical treatment, with a view to further recommendations for investigations and treatment. This evaluation may be conducted at the request of an employer or an insurance carrier to obtain an independent opinion of the clinical status of the individual. Based on a comprehensive review of the individual’s history, an extensive interview process, blood work and a chain of custody drug screen, and an objective medical assessment, HUM provides a detailed, highly defensible report.
Using the independent medical evaluation
An IME is a formal assessment referred by a third party, for example an employer or insurance company. The third party representative can contact HUM directly requesting the IME and the appointments will be scheduled at that time.
What are the costs?
For more details regarding the IME Process and costs pleasecontact 403-536-2480.
