Atlanta Car Accident Doctor

What you should do after a Metro Atlanta accident

Call 911: If anyone needs immediate medical attention, call 911. This goes for anyone involved in the accident.

Check on other occupants and parties involved: If you are able, check to make sure everyone is ok, and not in immediate danger, such as a car fire. Emotions and even anger at the person that caused the accident can be high after an accident, don’t let that get in the way of possibly saving someone’s life.

Call APD: Call the Atlanta police department and why it matters- Call APD immediately after you see everyone is safe and no-one needs EMS. In some accidents with minor injuries, people may just swap insurance info and go about their way. The problem is that the at fault party may change their mind later and say you were at fault. Calling the police will give you the first piece of evidence in your personal injury case, the accident report. Make sure to get a business card with the case number on it. The case number is what you need to get a copy of your accident report.

Take pictures: Take pictures with your cell of the accident scene, position of the cars and property damage. The pictures that you take at the scene may become important at a later date. Better to have them and not need them, than to need them and not have them.

Move your car out of traffic: If you are able to move your car out of traffic, do so, if the law allows. On Interstates I-75, I-85, I-20, and 285 there are signs posted that state, move vehicles to shoulder if able, to avoid backups. This prevents other accidents from happening as well. In Atlanta everyone wants to slow down and take a look, this can cause other rear end accidents to occur.

Locate witness’s: If someone saw the accident or how it occurred, try and get their information such as name and phone number. This may come in handy at a later time if there is a problem with liability.

Call our Doctors in Atlanta: Make sure to go get checked out by our physicians spread across metropolitan Atlanta today or as soon as possible. This is important to establish your injury and that it is related to your accident. Even if you don’t feel hurt, call us today. Some injuries or the pain from them can be delayed. You may not feel pain right after the accident. However, hours or days later you do feel the pain. Call the doctor first, this is because he is the most important part of as personal injury claim.

Call your insurance company: This is debatable by some, this is to put your company on notice incase the other party does not have insurance, its lapsed, or the coverage just isn’t there. You don’t want to call your insurance company months after the accident when your attorney finds out the at fault company does not have insurance. This is for uninsured motorist, underinsured motorist, Med pay, and a pip claim. Many people don’t want to call their insurance company for fear of their rates going up. This is not true, if the accident was not your fault, you have nothing to worry about.

Speak with an attorney: All attorneys in metro Atlanta offer free consultation’s to all personal injury cases. We don’t know of any attorneys who charge for this service. Its good to speak with an attorney so you know what your rights are. We have a lot of attorneys who advertise in Atlanta, you cant drive on the interstate or on the road without seeing a billboard or watching TV and seeing the commercials. Just because they advertise on TV doesn’t mean they are the best attorney for you. The best attorneys don’t advertise, they don’t have to. Large law firms loose the ability to provide customer service and they usually use a stamped procedure for handling your case. You are nothing more than a number to them. I have worked for some large firms, so I know how they work. We offer a FREE attorney consult to anyone who wants one, take advantage of that.

Don’t Delay – Time Matters!

Delaying medical treatment after a car accident isn’t uncommon; sometimes, we simply don’t feel up to seeing a doctor. However, when it comes to injuries sustained in a car wreck, seeing a doctor quickly is very important. Insurance companies pay close attention to the timeline between the accident and when you seek medical care. The reason? The timing can impact your personal injury case.

Statute of Limitations

In Georgia, you have up to two years from the date of your car accident to pursue a personal injury claim. However, waiting to seek medical attention can jeopardize your health and claim.

Protect Your Health and Your Case

Failing to see a doctor can not only hurt your recovery but may also affect your ability to pursue a personal injury claim. Our network includes doctors across Metro Atlanta who are experienced in treating accident injuries, ensuring you receive the best possible care.

Whether you’ve suffered minor or serious injuries, it’s essential to get checked by a doctor. Contact us to find a Atlanta Accident Doctor near you today and take the first step towards your recovery. Your health and well-being are our top priority, and we’re here to support you through every step of your recovery process.

Medical Expenses After a Car Accident

Worried about the cost of medical treatment after a car accident? You’re not alone. There are several options available to ensure you receive the care you need without the stress of upfront payments.

Payment options:

• Medical Liens: This is an agreement you sign with your doctor, ensuring they are paid for their services once your personal injury case settles. This option is extremely rare in Georgia, and we do not do this.
• Attorney’s Liens: Like medical liens, attorney’s liens is nothing more than an agreement with your attorney and your treating physician. Your doctor will be paid out of the proceeds from your settlement.

Auto Insurance payment options

• Med Pay (Medical Payments): Med Pay acts like health insurance for car accident-related injuries. It covers your visits to your treating doctor, ER visits, X-rays, Ct-Scans, etc. Our accident doctors in Atlanta will handle all of the med pay paperwork for you.
• Personal Injury Protection (PIP): While Georgia isn’t a PIP state, many Atlanta residents come from states where PIP is mandatory and included in on auto insurance policies. PIP covers a wide range of expenses from medical bills to lost income and even funeral expenses, depending on the state.
• Third Party Billing: Some Atlanta accident doctors may bill the auto insurance company directly. This is not common in Georgia.

Making It Easy for You:

The goal is to remove any barriers to getting the care you need after an accident. Whether through attorney liens, Med Pay, or direct billing, the focus is on your recovery, not how you’ll pay for treatment. Remember, each of these options is designed to remove the financial pressure of medical bills , allowing you to focus on healing.

Some things to remember when treating with our Auto Accident doctors in Atlanta

• Stick with your treatment plan
• Follow the doctors advice-Some patients wont follow the advice of our doctors, we are trying to help you recover and doing what is in your best interest. Make sure to do what the doctor tells you to do.
• Do not miss appointments-do not miss your scheduled appointments, this hurts you and your case. If you have to miss an appointment, call us and let us know- please call us a nd let us know if you’re not coming in, we need to know and we can get you rescheduled. Do not do a no call, no show.

Take the Next Step:

Don’t let the fear of medical bills hold you back from seeing the doctor you need. Take comfort in knowing that there are flexible solutions designed to support your recovery. Your health is the priority, and with these options for treatment, you can see the doctor and not have to worry about how your treatment is paid for.