Car Accident Medical Treatment Advice in Orange County CA

You've just suffered an auto accident and you're not sure what to do. Like most people you have many questions after your car accident. Questions like:

• Who's going to fix my car
• How can I get a loaner car?
• Will I have to miss work?

Interestingly enough, most people worry about the tangible things such as car repairs and such and do not concentrate on the most important thing, which is their health. Given a day or two and in a surprising number of cases weeks or months, the pain, stiffness and other car accident symptoms will sooner or later cause them to seek medical treatment.

Car Accident Medical Treatment is different than other types of conditions or health problems. Injuries arising from car crashes are Personal Injury matters that have legal consequences associated with them. To protect yourself, you should be careful to choose the car accident medical treatment doctor who specializes in this field and knows exactly how to proceed both medically and legally.

How soon after a car accident should I go for treatment?

As soon as possible. Time is of the essence for a couple of reasons. Medically, you need to make sure that you are properly diagnosed and begin treatment quickly. Long delays in treatment have been found to cause prolonged and incomplete recovery times.  Legally, auto insurance company computer systems are designed to detract from cases that begin treatment later than 72 hours after the accident. Adjusters will give you and/or your attorney more resistance in negotiating over this point.

What doctor should I choose?

If you have a heart attack you need a cardiologist to care for you. If you need brain surgery, you should consult a neurosurgeon. If you've had a car accident, you need to be seen by a car accident injury specialist. A doctor specifically trained in car crash reconstruction, traumatic brain injury, whiplash, etc are best equipped to properly diagnose you. You may have injuries not uncovered by your primary MD or general chiropractor. A specialist will know what to look for. Treatment is not the same as for a general ache or pain or even a sports injury. Healing times are different, different approaches to treatment are required and being able to determine if any permanent injury has occurred and document it for the legal aspect of your case is crucial.

Who is going to pay for my car accident medical treatment?

This is a common question. Ultimately, the person who is at fault is responsible. Their insurance will reimburse you for your medical treatment and other damages like pain and suffering. The problem is, they will not pay until you are done treating and ready to settle your case. And they will only pay directly to you; they will not pay your doctor.  Don't be discouraged. Your medical treatment may be paid by:

• Your health insurance
• Your own auto insurance if you have medical payments coverage
• Your own accidental injury policy

But what if I don't have health insurance, medical payments coverage on my car or an accident policy?

In this case, you will need to find a car accident doctor who will provide treatment for you on a lien basis. This means they will provide care at no up front cost to you. When your case settles, your car accident doctor will then be paid. This is tremendously risky for the doctor. He or she will put out much effort and expense to treat you with no guarantee to be paid after you receive your personal injury settlement check. Therefore, most doctors will only treat you if you are represented by a personal injury attorney. The attorney will sign a lien promising to pay the doctor out of the proceeds of the case.

The important thing is to act now. Call (714) 938-0575 for a Free Car Accident Severity Evaluation by a leading Orange County Car Accident specialist.

Don't delay your car accident treatment any further. To recover fully from your accident and receive the most fair personal injury settlement, you must be seen as soon as possible.

More Questions About Orange County Car Accident Medical Treatment? Call (714) 938-0575 to speak with Dr Marks.

Dr Barry Marks, DC Car Accident Doctor

• Serving Orange County since 1986
• Post-doctorate specialty training in Orthopedics, Disability Evaluation and Whiplash & Brain Trauma
• Thousands of successful cases

Dr Marks can assist you in receiving the best car accident medical treatment in Orange County as well as provide advice on how to manage your case without an attorney. Of course as a leading Orange County personal injury expert, he can provide the names of the best personal injury attorneys in Orange County should you be more comfortable being represented by legal counsel. For more info read What to do after a car accident