Independent Medical Examination Accreditation
Performs and/or delegates an independent, objective assessment of a patient's medical condition
URAC is widely recognized by nearly every state and the federal government for our Independent Medical Examination (IME's) accreditation program. This accreditation helps organizations demonstrate their commitment to quality and compliance in medical evaluations
Organizations that conduct Independent Medical Examinations provide an impartial expert opinion of medical necessity and appropriateness of treatment decisions for different types of workers’ compensation, disability or liability cases.
The Benefits of Independent Medical Examinations Accreditation
Accreditation demonstrates you have undergone a rigorous external review of your IME program components, ensuring clients they will receive accurate, trustworthy and timely decisions backed by comprehensive, evidence-based review.
- Third-party validation that your high-quality program offers a truly independent, fair, unbiased opinion
- Thorough policies, procedures and documentation that reduce the administrative burdens of claims or disability disputes
- The ability to help control medical costs and, for employers, potential lost productivity
- Risk management oversight and review protocols that reduce client liabilities
- A blueprint for ongoing operational efficiency and program improvement
What To Expect
Within six months or less, we will collaborate with your team to create a flexible framework for continuous improvement. While our panels of experts define the standards of excellence, they do not prescribe how organizations must meet those standards.
URAC’s thorough approach stimulates innovation across the continuum of care through email, conference calls and educational webinars.
