Customized IME Services, Hands-on Support, and Secure Technology
Our Independent Medical Examination (IME) services combine personalized hands-on service, customized workflows, and a high-quality physician network to give you the best possible outcomes.
- We understand that every client is different. Our workflows can be customized down to the individual adjuster level, offering flexibility and real-time software adjustments where others may take months to make system changes.
- Our fully integrated, encrypted platform ensures real-time data access, quality control, and regulatory compliance with 24/7 access to real-time data.
- Our added IME services include Medical Record Reviews, Expert Witness Testimony, Functional Capacity Evaluations, and Litigation Support.
Our industry veterans provide support and guidance throughout the IME process.
Our team includes former claims adjusters, chiropractors, nurses, and attorneys, many with over a decade of experience. They understand how challenging your job is.
They respond quickly to help you improve IME workflows, address challenges, and manage legislative and jurisdictional changes.
The Medlogix IME Difference Is:
- Reliable and timely processing of IME referrals and reports
- Transparent, competitive pricing without hidden fees
- Actionable insights and analytics to drive cost savings.
- Secure, HIPAA-Compliant Technology for IMEs
- Positive Patient Experience for Examinees
- Nationwide physician network: across all medical specialties
Medlogix is the parent company for CHN PPO and our IME providers Integrity Medicolegal Enterprises and Michigan Evaluation Group.
The Medlogix companies work together as a team, combining our expertise, relationships, and customized workflows to serve our clients. Our team approach strengthens our coverage and provider relationships, which benefits our clients. Working together makes us more effective partners for our clients.
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CHN PPO offers national access through direct contracts and affiliate partnerships, with strong provider concentrations in NJ, NY, PA, MA, NH, VT, and RI.
CHN PPO | IME Services
CHN PPO Group Health offers employer groups an affordable healthcare solution through a network of over 228,000 providers, featuring real-time claims management. Key features include cost mitigation with fixed-rate contracts, a comprehensive provider network, add-on services like pre-certification and case management, and a customizable platform with integrated MyMedlogix software. The service emphasizes a patient-centered approach with experienced medical staff, ensuring quality care and medical expense control. Group health services encompass pre-certification, utilization management, large case management, medical bill auditing, bill negotiations, and field case management.
What is the purpose of an Independent Medical Examination (IME)?
An Independent Medical Examination (IME) is a medical evaluation conducted by a doctor who has not been involved in your care. Its main purpose is to provide an objective, unbiased opinion about your medical condition. This evaluation is typically requested by insurance companies, employers, or attorneys, not by the patient.
The key goals of an IME are to:
- Provide an impartial assessment: The doctor gives an unbiased opinion on your diagnosis, treatment needs, and long-term outlook.
- Determine causation: It helps establish if an incident, like a work injury or car accident, caused your medical issues.
- Evaluate treatment: The examination confirms whether your current or proposed treatments are necessary and appropriate.
- Give return-to-work recommendations: For workers' compensation cases, the doctor can determine if you are fit to return to work and if any accommodations are needed.
What tests are performed during an IME?
The specific tests performed during an IME depend on your condition and the doctor's specialty. However, the evaluation often includes:
- Physical Examination: A hands-on assessment of your body.
- Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE): Tests to measure your physical abilities, such as lifting and bending.
- Diagnostic Assessments: This may include reviewing imaging studies (like X-rays or MRIs) and other diagnostic tests.
- Specialized Examinations: Depending on the case, a neurological or mental health evaluation may be performed.
How long is a medical examination valid?
The validity of a medical examination typically depends on its purpose. For many legal and insurance purposes, an IME report is generally considered valid for about 6 to 12 months. After this period, a new examination may be required if the case is ongoing or if your medical condition has changed.