IMEs Explained
FAQs
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a Behavioral Disorders IME? | A Behavioral Disorders IME (Independent Medical Examination) is a medical evaluation performed by a licensed healthcare professional to assess individuals with behavioral disorders such as ADHD, autism, conduct disorders, and other psychiatric or psychological conditions. |
| What is a Headache and Migraine IME? | A Headache and Migraine IME (Independent Medical Examination) is a medical assessment conducted by a healthcare specialist to evaluate individuals experiencing chronic headaches or migraines. The examiner will assess the frequency, severity, triggers, and potential underlying causes of the headaches or migraines. |
| What conditions are covered under a Behavioral Disorders IME? | A Behavioral Disorders IME covers a wide range of conditions including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorders, personality disorders, and other psychiatric or psychological conditions. |
| What conditions are covered under a Headache and Migraine IME? | A Headache and Migraine IME primarily focuses on assessing chronic headache disorders, migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches, and other related conditions affecting an individual’s quality of life. |
| Who performs a Behavioral Disorders IME? | A licensed healthcare professional specializing in psychiatry or psychology usually conducts a Behavioral Disorders IME. They have the expertise to evaluate and diagnose different behavioral disorders accurately. |
| Who performs a Headache and Migraine IME? | A healthcare specialist, such as a neurologist or a headache specialist, is typically responsible for conducting a Headache and Migraine IME. Their specialized knowledge allows for a comprehensive evaluation of the headaches or migraines. |
| What is the purpose of a Behavioral Disorders IME? | The purpose of a Behavioral Disorders IME is to assess the individual’s condition, determine the extent of their behavioral disorder, provide a diagnosis, and offer recommendations for treatment, therapy, or support services. It may also be conducted to evaluate disability claims or legal cases. |
| What is the purpose of a Headache and Migraine IME? | The purpose of a Headache and Migraine IME is to identify the underlying causes of the headaches or migraines, assess their impact on the individual’s daily functioning, develop an appropriate treatment plan, and make recommendations for managing and preventing future episodes. |
| What should I bring to a Behavioral Disorders IME? | It is advisable to bring any relevant medical records, previous evaluations, test results, medications or supplements taken, and a detailed history of the individual’s symptoms, behaviors, and challenges to a Behavioral Disorders IME. This information can assist the examiner in making an accurate assessment. |
| What should I bring to a Headache and Migraine IME? | For a Headache and Migraine IME, it is recommended to bring any previous medical records related to the headaches or migraines, a headache diary tracking the frequency and severity of the episodes, information about triggers or alleviating factors, medications or treatments tried, and any other relevant information that may help the examiner understand the condition better. |