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?
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.
Finding an Auto Accident Doctor
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 guide you to a trusted auto accident doctor that
can provide you medical care. A qualified auto accident doctor 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.
Neck Pain and Auto Injury
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.
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.
