Welcome to Main Street IME Physicians Virtual IME
Welcome to Main Street IME Physicians Virtual IME
About Us
Virtual Independent Medical Examinations
The current COVID-19 crisis has put a strain on all aspects of our economy but most significantly ,on our employees. Their health and well-being are critical to the success of our businesses. Whereas traditional medical services are gearing up to provide necessary disease related issues, our injured workers are feeling a bit lost. Many medical practices are restricting hours and accessibility. Work notes are becoming problematic, therapy sessions are being postponed and approvals for necessary diagnostic studies are being delayed.
Remote services such as telemedicine ("tele-IME" or Virtual -IME) and record reviews can keep the wheel moving and help optimize care for injured workers during this crisis. Our practice , devoted solely to IME services, is focused on providing a level of service not seen in medical offices focusing on direct medical care. As the crisis is resolving they will necessarily concentrate on acute care and many will decide that they can no longer provide IME assessments .
It is the mission of Main Street IME Physicians to keep the wheels moving through innovation in the delivery of medicolegal services to the business community. Our “ Virtual IME ” , using a HIPAA compliant platform, is ready to provide the necessary services to ensure that injured workers, employees , adjusters, attorneys and insurers can do their jobs in the midst of change.
Services
1) Main Street IME is offering our “ Virtual IME ” in order to provide assessments remotely. Workers will not be required to travel to appointments and will not have to download any programs. An internet connected smartphone or computer is all that will be required. (see below for further discussion) .
2) We will provide “record review” services in lieu of in-person visits or if a “Virtual IME “ is not possible.
3) During the current pandemic , our medical director, Dr. Ralph Salvagno,will be personally available to Businesses, Insurers, Adjusters, Defense attorneys and Plaintiff’s attorneys to provide a “curbside consult” at no charge. When the current crisis is over these services may be offered at reasonable cost.
4) We will be working with local states and worker’s compensation insurers to develop the acceptance of a “ Virtual IME ” in the legal arena.
5) We will provide training to HR departments and insurance adjusters though our Main Street IME “Virtual WC “training platform.
6) We will be a trusted resource for securing services including medical equipment , physical therapy and occupational therapy.