Articles Posted in Medical Treatment and IMEs

If you’re hurt on the job in Massachusetts, one of the most stressful moments in your workers’ compensation case is the Independent Medical Examination, commonly called an IME. The workers’ comp insurance company sends you to a doctor who they choose, at a time they choose, for an exam you…

If you’re hurt on the job and receiving workers’ compensation benefits in Massachusetts, there’s a good chance the insurance company will eventually send you a letter telling you to attend something called an IME. Most injured workers panic when this happens — and for good reason. An IME can affect…