Independent Medical Evaluations (IME)
An Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) is conducted by a psychologist who has not previously been involved in a person’s care. IMEs may be conducted to determine the cause, extent and treatment course for a psychological injury where liability is an issue. The purpose of an IME is to also gain an understanding as to whether an individual has reached maximum benefit from treatment; and whether any permanent impairment remains after treatment. An IME may be conducted at the request of an employer, an insurance carrier, or a law firm to obtain an independent opinion of the clinical status of the individual.