What is the difference between an IME and a MSE?
An IME (Independent Medical Evaluation) is an examination performed by a healthcare professional who has no other involvement in the examinee’s care, to establish current clinical status and clarify legally significant case issues – medical and other. IMEs are performed to provide current, impartial information for case management and /or for use as evidence in hearings and other legal proceedings. IMEs are usually conducted by physicians with additional training and certification in completing these third party medical assessments. Particular guidelines and criteria are followed and adhered to; a medical opinion is generated based on a client’s past and present medical documentation and status. A MSE (Medical Status Examination) can be conducted by any physician and involves an assessment and review of pertinent documentation pertaining to a particular client. Typically, a medical status examination helps to confirm diagnosis and provide clearance for any further assessments, or if in
