An IME is a non-treating, third-party evaluation conducted to provide an impartial medical opinion for legal, insurance, or workplace contexts.

IMEs are typically requested by lawyers, insurers, or employers to obtain an unbiased medical opinion on specific questions.

No. IMEs are strictly evaluative and non-treating. The assessor’s role is to provide an independent opinion, not medical care.

Bring photo ID, relevant medical records, imaging results, and any documents requested in advance by the assessor.

Appointments vary by specialty and complexity. Most last 1–3 hours, but some evaluations may take longer.

Impairment ratings are derived from accepted medico-legal frameworks and applied consistently with clinical findings.

A Tort Threshold evaluation determines whether an injury meets the legal threshold required for certain claims or litigation.

Not always. Some assessments are record-based, while others require in-person physical examinations.

Yes. New information can be submitted through Secure Upload. An addendum may be required if the new data materially changes the opinion.

Conflicts are screened at intake. If one exists, the file will be reassigned to another assessor to preserve independence.

A Return-to-Work evaluation determines functional capacity, restrictions, and safe timelines for workplace reintegration.

Our reports support lawyers, insurers, employers, and courts by providing objective, defensible medical opinions.

Timelines vary by specialty and complexity. Standard timelines are confirmed at intake, and rush options may be available.

Assessor availability for testimony can be arranged upon request, subject to scheduling and case requirements.

You can use our online referral form or submit securely via the Secure Upload link.