Independent Medical Examination
/ɪnˈdɪpəndənt ˈmɛdɪkəl ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A medical examination conducted by a physician who is not part of the treating team, often used in legal or insurance contexts to provide an impartial assessment.
The court ordered an independent medical examination to verify the claimant's injuries.
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- independent medical examination
- independent medical examinations
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Commentary
IMEs are critical in dispute resolution to provide unbiased medical opinions, often influencing case outcomes in personal injury and disability claims.
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