The other driver was not cited. How will my bills get paid?

Your medical bills would be paid by the uninsured motorist insurance that covers the vehicle in which you are driving. Med-Pay on your vehicle would cover the cost of treatment. In Georgia, PIP is not mandatory but will pay all of your accident-related medical expenses. PIP may still exist on your policy if you have recently moved.

My premiums will increase if I pay for my care using my own auto-medical-pay coverage?

No. Your insurance company is not allowed to raise your premiums if your fault was not your own. You may see your rates go up if there is a general rate increase. Your premiums will not rise if you submit a claim under the medical pay or uninsured driver coverage.

Do I need a referral?

No. Give us a call to set up an interview with our Accident Doctors. We also offer complimentary accident doctors’ consultation. Don’t worry if you don’t have an attorney, you may not even need one.

What is one of most common mistakes made by injury victims?

Injured people often delay treatment. Pain may not appear for days or weeks after an injury. Come see an Accident Doctor as soon as possible to determine the extent and severity of your injuries. If you were in the ER, you might have been prescribed muscle relaxers or pain medications. Pain pills and muscle relaxers might provide some pain relief, but they mask it.

What is soft tissue injury (STI)?

Auto accidents are often associated with soft tissue injuries. Although they don’t cause broken bones, the micro tears in muscles are still present. This serious injury can be referred to as “whiplash“, and it requires immediate medical attention. Soft tissue injuries is the most common issue that our doctors treat.

How can you get soft tissue injuries?

Soft tissue injuries are caused by a strain/sprain when the affected body parts, such as cervical spine (neck), is moved so suddenly and with force. A micro-tear is caused by the sudden and forceful movement of the affected body part, such as the cervical spine (neck). This is why you should consult an Accident doctor immediately.

The emergency room reported that I was okay. The pain returned when I ran out of pain pills. What should I be doing?

“No broken bones” does not mean “no injury”. Muscle relaxants and pain relievers only mask the symptoms, and don’t fix the problem. Our doctors identify the cause of the issue and treat it.

When I reported the accident to the police officer, I said I was okay, but when I woke up the next morning, I was in pain. What should I be doing?

Often, people who are injured in an accident are not aware of their injuries until hours or days later. If you’ve never been to a physician, it won’t affect your case. After a car wreck, the most important action you can take is to visit a physician.

What will happen to me if I refuse treatment?

It can lead prematurely to spinal arthritis, which is characterized by chronic back and neck discomfort, headaches, dizziness etc. Injury victims often settle their claims without consulting an Accident doctor who specializes in Columbus car accident injuries.

The signs and symptoms that your Accident Doctor needs to address immediately

• Constant headaches
• Muscle spasms around your neck or shoulders
• Difficulty focusing
• Pins & Needles Feeling in Neck or Shoulders
• Pain or reduced range of motion when moving the Head.
• Tightness around the shoulders and neck
• Muscles can feel knotted or stiff.
• Neck tenderness and pain
• Tingling in the shoulders, arms, or hands
• Ringing in the ear
• Feeling dizzy even while sitting
• Weakness of the arms
• Memory loss and disorientation
• Depression or anxiety

These symptoms may occur all at once, or you can experience a few. It is important to see a Columbus Accident Physician immediately if any of these symptoms occur. Don’t wait!