Are you looking for an experienced orthopaedic doctor who can perform an independent medical examination (IME) or a compulsory medical examination (CME) in West Palm Beach, Florida? Your search can end with Dr. Daniel Murphy, a board-certified orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon at Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group (a division of Florida Medical Clinic). Dr. Murphy has more than 25 years of experience, and he’ll draw on this extensive background to perform a thorough examination of the plaintiff in your personal injury, disability, or workers’ compensation case.
Independent vs. Compulsory Medical Exams
While some people use the terms “independent medical exam” and “compulsory medical exam” interchangeably, they actually refer to two different types of examinations. A CME is ordered by defense counsel to determine whether the plaintiff sustained any injuries in an accident, while an IME is ordered by plaintiff’s counsel to determine the extent of the plaintiff’s injuries.
With that said, the IME process and the CME process are quite similar. During either of these exams, an unbiased third-party doctor:
- Reviews the plaintiff’s medical records and imaging results
- Speaks with them about their medical history (personal and family)
- Asks them about their injuries and any symptoms they’ve been experiencing
- Performs a physical examination
Once the IME or CME is completed, the doctor determines whether the plaintiff is injured, how seriously they’re injured, and whether their complaints are related to the accident in question.
Schedule an IME or a CME
If you need to have an independent medical exam or a compulsory medical exam completed for your case, contact Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group today by calling (813) 253-2406 or emailing orthoexpert@tampaortho.com. We’ll be happy to tell you more about the IME and CME services we offer in West Palm Beach, FL.
