Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) Explained

Question	Answer
1. What is Vascular Neurosurgery IME?	Vascular Neurosurgery IME is an evaluation performed by a specialized neurosurgeon to assess and diagnose conditions related to blood vessels in the brain and spinal cord.
2. What is Pediatric Rehabilitation IME?	Pediatric Rehabilitation IME is an evaluation conducted by a pediatric rehabilitation specialist to assess and diagnose conditions affecting the physical, cognitive, and emotional development of children.
3. Who performs Vascular Neurosurgery IME?	Vascular Neurosurgery IME is performed by a neurosurgeon who specializes in vascular conditions of the brain and spinal cord.
4. Who performs Pediatric Rehabilitation IME?	Pediatric Rehabilitation IME is conducted by a pediatric rehabilitation specialist who has expertise in treating developmental disorders in children.
5. What conditions are evaluated in Vascular Neurosurgery IME?	Vascular Neurosurgery IME evaluates conditions such as strokes, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), and spinal cord compression caused by vascular abnormalities.
6. What conditions are evaluated in Pediatric Rehabilitation IME?	Pediatric Rehabilitation IME assesses conditions such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, genetic disorders, and physical disabilities affecting children’s mobility and functionality.
7. How long does a Vascular Neurosurgery IME typically take?	The duration of a Vascular Neurosurgery IME varies depending on the complexity of the case, but it generally takes several hours to complete.
8. How long does a Pediatric Rehabilitation IME typically take?	The length of a Pediatric Rehabilitation IME depends on the nature and extent of the child’s condition, but it typically takes between 1 to 3 hours.
9. What type of assessments are involved in Vascular Neurosurgery IME?	Vascular Neurosurgery IME involves a thorough clinical examination, review of medical imaging such as CT scans and MRIs, and sometimes additional diagnostic tests like angiograms.
10. What type of assessments are involved in Pediatric Rehabilitation IME?	Pediatric Rehabilitation IME includes a comprehensive assessment of the child’s physical abilities, cognitive skills, behavior, adaptive functioning, and often involves coordination with other healthcare professionals, such as occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists.