Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) Explained

FAQ	Answer
1. What is a Traumatic Brain Injury IME?	A Traumatic Brain Injury IME is an assessment conducted by a medical professional to evaluate the impact of a traumatic brain injury on an individual’s physical and cognitive functioning.
2. What is a Personality Disorders IME?	A Personality Disorders IME is an assessment conducted by a medical professional to assess and diagnose various personality disorders in an individual.
3. What is the focus of a Traumatic Brain Injury IME?	The focus of a Traumatic Brain Injury IME is to determine the severity of the brain injury, identify any potential limitations or disabilities, and provide recommendations for appropriate treatment and rehabilitation.
4. What is the focus of a Personality Disorders IME?	The focus of a Personality Disorders IME is to assess and diagnose personality disorders, determine their impact on an individual’s daily functioning and relationships, and provide recommendations for appropriate treatment and management.
5. Who typically conducts Traumatic Brain Injury IMEs?	Traumatic Brain Injury IMEs are typically conducted by neurologists, neuropsychologists, or other medical professionals with expertise in brain injuries.
6. Who typically conducts Personality Disorders IMEs?	Personality Disorders IMEs are typically conducted by psychiatrists or psychologists specializing in personality disorders.
7. What assessments are used in a Traumatic Brain Injury IME?	Assessments used in Traumatic Brain Injury IMEs may include neurocognitive tests, imaging studies, interviews, and medical records review.
8. What assessments are used in a Personality Disorders IME?	Assessments used in Personality Disorders IMEs may include interviews, self-report questionnaires, collateral information from family or friends, and psychological testing.
9. What are the common symptoms evaluated in a Traumatic Brain Injury IME?	Common symptoms evaluated in a Traumatic Brain Injury IME include cognitive impairments, memory problems, headaches, dizziness, and emotional or behavioral changes.
10. What are the common personality disorders evaluated in a Personality Disorders IME?	Common personality disorders evaluated in a Personality Disorders IME include borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.