Getting Medical Treatment After an Injury
Choosing a doctor after an injury can be difficult. Many primary physicians will not get involved with car accident cases because they do not want to worry about payment and insurance disputes. If you were recently involved in an accident, Carman & Bevington, P.A., is a Tampa Bay law firm focused on helping injured victims and their families seek appropriate medical treatment and care after an accident.
Protect your rights. Maximize compensation. Consult with a legal team you can trust to get results. Call 813-654-3444 or contact us by e-mail to schedule a free consultation regarding an LOP or letter of protection.
How to Choose a Doctor in the Florida No-Fault System
In the state of Florida, we have a no-fault system, meaning that if you have auto insurance, regardless of fault, your PIP pays your medical expenses up to the first $10,000. If PIP paid your medical expenses, you don't have to pay them back if you get a settlement or verdict as a result of the accident. If your health insurance paid your expenses, you do have to pay them back. Because you could get additional compensation, you have to make sure that whoever provides your treatment is billing your auto insurance rather than your health insurance.
Maximize Your Compensation After an Accident
In Florida, in order to get pain and suffering damages, you have to either have a broken bone, scarring or have sustained a permanent injury. Most of our clients fall into that category, in that most of their injuries have at least some permanent consequences.
However, some doctors like to tell patients that they are completely healed because they view that as a measure of their success. You need a doctor who will correctly assess when you have reached the maximum medical improvement you are capable of making and accurately document any permanent injuries you have sustained.
Beware of Unscrupulous Clinics
You have to be careful with unscrupulous clinics that want to eat your PIP up as quickly as they can and have a lot of smoke and mirrors medical treatment. You want a good doctor who handles auto accident cases regularly and knows how to bill fairly. Also, doctors who treat auto accident victims may also be more familiar with common auto accident injuries like TMJ disorder, herniated disks, etc. They may ask questions that will lead to the right diagnosis.
Take action now to protect your future. Call us at 813-654-3444 or contact our office to schedule a consultation with a Brandon, Florida, attorney. It won't cost you anything to speak with an experienced lawyer and learn more about your legal options.
