Days you have to go to a specialist after a car accident

You probably know that you go to a specialist after a car accident. Having a car accident is never easy. However, we may have a small one that we think doesn’t matter and be at risk of a lifetime of injuries. Even if you think you didn’t hurt yourself, you should probably be going to a doctor and get checked. Many injuries don’t show their face until time has passed. And if you allow for too much time to pass, you may not be able to use the doctor’s findings on your claim. This could make your case a lot more difficult. The law establishes how many days you have after an accident to be seen by a doctor. And although insurance may not tell you, they establish their own timing as well.

Do you know how many days you to go to a specialist have after an accident?

You probably know that you go to a specialist after a car accident. Having a car accident is never easy. However, we may have a small one that we think doesn’t matter and be at risk of a lifetime of injuries. Even if you think you didn’t hurt yourself, you should probably be going to a doctor and get checked. Many injuries don’t show their face until time has passed. And if you allow for too much time to pass, you may not be able to use the doctor’s findings on your claim. This could make your case a lot more difficult. The law establishes how many days you have after an accident to be seen by a doctor. And although insurance may not tell you, they establish their own timing as well.

With this article, we want to answer some of these questions that we continue to get from you.

You have 14 days to be seen by a doctor after having a car accident

The state of Florida indicates that you have 14 days to see a physician after the day of the accident. They have established that 14 days is the timeframe for you to get evaluated after the incident. Now, this doesn’t mean you have to go to the emergency room. You can set up an appointment with the specialist a day or two after the accident. Actually, according to law company Avvo, you should see a specialist within 72 hours of the accident. At Spine and Rehab Centers we will set you up with MRIs, X-rays and other tests necessary. We can order these immediately to know if there’s anything major that could be happening as a consequence of the accident.

Why is it best to go to a specialist within 72 hours of having a car accident?

Insurance companies use software programs to assist in the adjustment of claims. They input data from the medical records into the program and the program chooses a settlement amount. Usually, that amount is all that will be given. If you delay the process or treatment, that amount may significantly lower. One of the first things that the insurance company will feed the software is if you have gone to see a physician within 72 hours of the accident. Just by having seen a doctor within those 72 hours, you have added value to your claim.

If you don’t want to lose your PIP coverage, you should take this 14 day period seriously. Losing your PIP means you may not get medical care coverage. And, based on how the insuranes operate although you may have14 days to go to a specialist after a car accident, try to go earlier.

Why does it help your legal case to go to a doctor as soon as possible after an accident?

Also, having seen a chiropractor may strengthen your claim if you decide to go to court. They are able to provide documentation to support your case. It’s important to see a doctor who knows how to handle your claim and how to bill it. Actually, your regular family doctor may refuse to take your case because often times, they are not set up to process those types of bills correctly to the insurance. Chiropractors who specialize in auto accidents are probably your best bet. Keep in mind that you will need documentation and proof. Insurances will look for ways to reduce the payout and coverage. So, anything the chiropractor can give you as ammunition will help. From X-Rays to medical reports and sometimes, their own testimony. At Spine and Rehab Centers we have plenty of experience dealing with these cases.

What happens if you don’t have insurance?

If you don’t have insurance, you should still go see a doctor. They have to see you as a patient regardless of the fact that you may or may not have the money to pay for the treatment. Let a health care professional check that everything is ok within those 72 hours. By doing this, you will be protecting your health and your right to be indemnified appropriately.

On the legal end, if you don’t know who can take your case, they are usually well connected. Your doctor can help you get the right attorney. Your physician will work with them to make sure they have everything they need to support your case. Remember that a good attorney will also be key. And if your doctor and your attorney already worked together, it could make things easier. They each know what the other needs and the trust is already there.

If you live in Florida, the time you have to go to a specialist after a car accident is 14 days

In a nutshell, if you live in Florida, the time you have to go to a specialist is 14 days. This doesn’t have to be the emergency room. You can simply go to a specialist who will order the appropriate tests such as X-Rays immediately. Even though the law gives you 14 days, it is highly recommended that you do 72 hours. This is because the software insurances use these days drop down the value of your claim after 72 hours.

Also, your doctor can refer you to the appropriate legal advice. Chances are they are used to working with other professionals on claims like yours. You should always go to see a doctor after a car accident. Even if you don’t have insurance, it’s important that you go. Many car accident injuries only surface after it’s too late.  This is particularly true with children. We invite you to check our article on how to treat children after they’ve had a car accident.

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