Why Should I Go to a Chiropractor After a Car Accident?
Chiropractic physicians often specialize in treating injuries caused by automobile accidents. What does this mean? If you have been injured in a car accident, a chiropractor knows how to diagnose and treat your injuries. They can also refer you to another specialist should your injuries fall outside the scope of their practice.
Is a chiropractor better suited to treat car accident injuries than a primary care physician? Yes. Chiropractors who specialize in car accident injuries have gone through extensive schooling to learn what types of injuries occur during collisions and how to properly treat them. However, if you do not have a chiropractor, seeing your primary care physician can be a good way to get a referral.
Another important reason to see a car accident doctor, such as a chiropractor, is because they know how to properly document your injuries and treatment for insurance purposes. This is extremely important for any personal injury claims that may arise after an accident.
On top of that, a car accident doctor should be set up to accept payment through an auto insurance claim. In the extremely common event that you need to get treatment before any claim or settlement has been awarded, most car accident doctors can provide treatment through an insurance agreement with your lawyer that states payment will be made upon receipt of a settlement.
Should I Still Seek Treatment After an Accident If I Don’t Have Any Symptoms?
Yes! The laws in Florida regarding how much time you have to seek medical treatment after an accident and still get it covered by insurance have changed as of 2013. You must get a documented medical evaluation within 2 weeks of an accident in order to get insurance coverage for your medical bills.
This is why it is so important to see a car accident doctor within the first 2 weeks following an accident, even if you are not displaying any symptoms. Injuries, such as soft-tissue injuries and whiplash can sometimes take a week or longer to display symptoms. However, a chiropractor can help diagnose these injuries immediately after an accident and provide you with the proper documentation to strengthen your insurance claim.
Clinic Location
Manasota Accident & Injury Center
6703 14th St W
Bradenton, FL 34207
Contact
(941) 751-0223
info@manasotaaccident.com
Insurance Related Questions
Will My Car Insurance Cover My Treatment?
In the state of Florida, we have something called PIP (Personal Injury Protection) Insurance. Since we are a no-fault state the PIP insurance covers anyone that has been involved in a car accident, regardless of who caused the accident. This includes medical bills and chiropractic care. So the simple answer is yes.
Florida requires drivers to have a minimum $10,000 PIP policy to protect them in the vent of an accident. What does this mean? This means your PIP policy will cover 80% of your medical bills up to $10,000.
However, it is important to know that your PIP insurance will only cover up to $10,000 if your car accident doctor determines you have a “emergency medical condition” caused by the accident. Without having this designation from your doctor, PIP policies will only cover up to $2,500 of medical bills.
This is why it is crucial to go to a doctor that specializes in car accidents. They have experience dealing with car insurance companies and know how to properly document your injuries so that you can get the most out of your insurance coverage. They are also set up to accept payment through insurance claims. More information on PIP insurance and chiropractic care can be found here.
What About Med Pay?
Med pay or medical payments should not be confused with PIP insurance. Med pay helps cover any reasonable and necessary medical treatments for you and your passengers, regardless of who was at fault in an accident. However, it is an optional add-on to insurance and is not required by law like PIP coverage is.
Med pay can be a great option for helping you pay for treatment in the event of a crash if you cannot afford to pay that treatment out of pocket while waiting on a settlement from a personal injury claim. It is relatively inexpensive for the potential benefit it can provide.
Picking the Right Treatment Center
Why Should I Go To Manasota Accident And Injury Center In Bradenton, Florida?
When it comes to seeking medical care after a collision, it cannot be expressed enough how important it is to go to a doctor that specializes in diagnosing and treating people who have been in an automobile accident. Our physicians have over 50 years of experience in treating auto accident injuries. They have helped thousands of people get relief.
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Our team of dedicated professionals will help guide you on your road to recovery and make sure you have the proper documentation you need to provide to your insurance company. Should your injuries fall outside the scope of practice for the Manasota Accident and Injury Center, we can help refer you to the proper specialist you need.
Will I Need To Hire An Attorney For My Auto Accident?
If you were not at fault in a car accident, but need to pursue a personal injury claim for medical damages, then it is a good idea to hire a personal injury attorney.
Remember that your PIP insurance will only cover medical expenses up to a certain amount. So, what happens if your medical bills exceed your PIP coverage limits and you are left with a huge medical bill? You’ll need to file a personal injury claim against the at fault party.
Making sure you find an attorney that specializes in accident injury claims is just as important as seeing a doctor that specializes in treating car accident injuries. They have gone through extensive schooling to handle these issues and have experience dealing with these types of claims. A good attorney will help you get the most out of your claim so you can focus on recovery.
Need help finding a personal injury attorney? We can help refer you to a trusted attorney in your area.
If I Am At Fault, Can I Still Get Treatment?
Absolutely, since Florida is a no-fault state you are required to have Personal Injury Protection Insurance. This means even if you caused an accident, your PIP insurance will still cover your medical bills in accordance with the policy.
This is also true with med pay. If you have med pay included in your insurance policies, it will help you pay for your medical bills, even if you were at fault. Including bills, such as:
- Chiropractic treatments
- X-Rays
- ER visits
- Necessary medical expenses
- EMT or ambulance services
- Funeral expenses
Clinic Location
Manasota Accident & Injury Center
6703 14th St W
Bradenton, FL 34207
Contact
(941) 751-0223
info@manasotaaccident.com
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Clinic Location
Manasota Accident & Injury Center
6703 14th St W
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 751-0223
info@manasotaccident.com
Opening Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 9AM–12PM, 2–6PM |
| Tuesday | 9AM–12PM, 2–6PM |
| Wednesday | 9AM–12PM, 3–7PM |
| Thursday | 9AM–12PM, 2–6PM |
| Friday | 9AM–3PM |
| Saturday | Closed |