When an individual is unexpectedly involved in an automobile accident, whether they have suffered visible injuries or an underlying condition, it’s important for them to seek immediate medical attention. While getting the medical care you need and deserve is crucial, which healthcare services should you receive after an auto accident? Preferably, it should be an auto accident doctor.
An individual can visit their primary care doctor after experiencing injuries and/or aggravating a condition as a result of an auto collision but the primary care doctor may or may not be properly trained or experienced to treat auto accident injuries. Fortunately, there are many healthcare professionals who do specialize in these type of cases.
After experiencing a traffic collision, the first step the individual should take is to make sure they call the police subsequently following the accident. In some cases, victims of automobile accidents do not call the police or do not receive a police report after the events. If this ever occurs and the party at fault for the auto accident does not admit fault to their insurance company, the individual may find the insurance company denying their claim. Furthermore, it’s essential for auto accident victims to call the police right away after the incident as they could be experiencing pain and other symptoms and may require immediate medical intervention.
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Unfortunately for many individuals, finding medical care after an auto accident can be difficult if one doesn’t know where to look or even begin. If the individual attended the emergency room following an accident, more than likely, they may have had to undergo a series of X-rays or CT-scans and they may have been released with pain killers and muscle relaxers. While prescription medications are used frequently to relieve symptoms, these are only meant to function temporarily and the individual may soon realize they are still in pain after leaving the hospital. Many insurance companies also tell victims that they will take care of all the issues concerning the incident, including medical bills. The truth is, however, if you live in a non-PIP state, the insurance company won’t take care of your medical bills, leaving you to pay out of pocket for medical expenses that weren’t your fault. In some states, there is a time limit for which you can seek medical attention and have the insurance pay for it.
These are very common scenarios many people who’ve been involved in an auto accident face but you won’t have to experience this same cycle if you know how to find the most appropriate medical care for your specific automobile accident injuries. If you have an attorney for your personal injury case, they can provide a list of trusted healthcare professionals that can provide you medical care. A qualified auto accident doctor that specializes in automobile accident injuries, most commonly chiropractors. Chiropractic care focuses on spinal and soft tissue damage or injuries frequently occurring as a result of an auto collision. A chiropractor can utilize a series of spinal adjustments and manual manipulations to gradually rehabilitate the individual and eliminate their symptoms, restoring their original health.
It’s very important to seek medical care if you’ve been injured after an auto accident. If the individual delays their treatment for too long, not only will they lose the ability to have the insurance company pay for it, their body can experience further complications. Who you see for health care after an auto collision is purely personal and there are plenty of resources available to help find the most appropriate auto accident doctor who will treat your injuries or conditions.
For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 .
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By Dr. Alex Jimenez
Dr. Alex Jimenez is a chiropractor at Injury Medical Clinic that offers a variety of treatments, including spinal adjustments, to care for numerous injuries and conditions focused on the spine, offering several appropriate treatments for an individual’s needs and preferences.
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