What is an Independent Medical Examination?

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An IME report provides:

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• Detailed history

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• Physical examination

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• Diagnosis

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• Review of past medical, personal, social and occupational history

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• Review of additional documents such as family physician’s clinical notes, specialist’s reports, medical imaging investigations, laboratory tests and reports from other health professionals

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• Summary of treatments and prognosis

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• Detailed prognosis of medical condition

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• Impact on current and future occupational ability

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• Impact on personal, family and social functioning

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• Recommendation for future treatments, future needs and assistive devices