Choose Wisely! Selecting a Medical Provider after a Motor Vehicle Collision
- Patrick C. Wenk, Esq.
- Apr 29
- 2 min read
Experiencing a car accident can be traumatic, and selecting the right medical provider is crucial to your recovery. But how do you know who to see? What questions do you ask? Where do you even start?
ASSESS YOUR IMMEDIATE NEEDS
Even if you feel fine initially, some injuries may not show symptoms right away. Seeking immediate care from an emergency department or urgent care center can help catch injuries quickly and give you a head start on your recovery process.
RESEARCH
Urgent care or emergency providers will likely recommend following up with a qualified health professional for treatment moving forward. Reading online reviews can provide valuable insight into patient satisfaction and care quality. Additionally, recommendations from family, friends, health insurers, and your legal team can be helpful when choosing a provider.
ACCESSIBILITY
It is helpful to choose a provider that has a location near your home or work and has hours that fit your schedule. Many providers have multiple locations and offer imaging services, therapies, and medical treatments in their practice to make getting the care you need convenient. Alternatively, providers may have recommendations for medical practitioners outside of their own practice that specialize in specific therapies or treatments you may need.
REVIEW FINANCIAL POLICIES
Some providers accept PIP insurance (personal injury protection), but not all! It is important to know if your provider accepts this form of insurance, and even more important to know what happens if that insurance runs out. PIP insurance is not an infinite resource, and eventually, you may have to rely on your personal health insurance to limit out-of-pocket expenses. Always ask if the provider can bill your personal health insurance once PIP exhausts!
Choosing a quality medical provider after a car accident is vital to your recovery. By assessing your needs, researching your options, considering accessibility, and reviewing financial policies, you can gather helpful information to make a knowledgeable decision. Seeking guidance and recommendations from an experienced personal injury attorney can provide you with valuable insight to navigate your recovery with confidence.
If you find yourself injured in an auto or work accident, the experienced attorneys at Kimmel Carter are here to help.
At Kimmel Carter, our team of experienced attorneys is dedicated to guiding you through the Delaware Personal Injury process. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, please call us for a free legal consultation. Call or Text (302) 565-6100.
