Did you just have an auto accident???
Disclaimer: these instructions are to be used as a simple helpful guide. Always call 911 for life threatening situations. If you have legal issues, Dr. Ressler cam recommend a trusted attorney to handle any questions or concerns consult with your attorney. Report the accident to your auto insurance company promptly.
If you have just been involved in an auto accident, here are easy to follow instructions:
STOP! Stop immediately as close as possible to the location of the accident. Rember that state law requires you to remain at the scene of the car accident.
CALL THE POLICE. Notify the county or state law officers at once. The police officer will create an official report which will be helpful later.
ASSIST ANY INJURED PARTY. Check immediately for any injured person. Call 911 for assistance. Make sure NOT TO MOVE AN INJURED PERSON.
IDENTIFY THE OTHER DRIVER. Obtain the other driver’s name, address, phone number and take a picture of their auto insurance card. If possible, write down the license plate and license number or take pictures with your cell phone.
LOOK FOR ANY WITNESSES. Obtain the names and phone numbers of all witnesses.
INFORM INSURANCE COMPANY. Call your insurance company to report the accident. You are entitled to $10,000 in medical benefit to pay for your auto related treatment like chiropractic, Physical therapy, MRI studies, etc.
GET AN EVALUATION. Florida state law requires that you receive an evaluation by a doctor or chiropractor within 14 days of the car accident or you will lose all your medical benefits to receive injury treatment.
Most people think that they do not need to seek medical attention if they are not experiencing immediate pain. A minor accident or “fender bender” with no damage to your vehicle still may cause an injury. Pain from an auto accident injury (neck and/or back pain) may not be felt until two to three weeks after the collision. Chiropractic care and physical therapy are some of the best conservative options available today to treat auto accident injuries. Oviedo Injury and Wellness Center is a full-service auto injury recovery clinic that offers the most state-of-the-art treatment. Chiropractic care is great at reducing pain and inflammation, preventing surgery as well as any future injuries from occurring. The healing effects of chiropractic care are amplified when combined with physical therapy. Physical therapy improves your range of motion, helps support the injured region and reduces your chance of long-term damage due to car accident injuries.
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REMEMBER: Florida state law requires you to be evaluated within 14 days of your car accident or you will lose all your medical coverage for that accident. That is why it is imperative to seek medical attention right away. If you wait until symptoms appear, you risk losing all the medical coverage you need for treatment. Without receiving proper medical treatment, you may develop permanent injuries. Don’t forget-even if your vehicle has no damage, you still may be injured! Without proper treatment, even minor injuries can become lifelong! Don’t wait until it’s too late! The OIWC staff is highly trained and experienced in managing all aspects of insurance billing for you so you can focus on your recovery. Oviedo Injury and Wellness Center has same day appointments and late hours (M, W, F open until 7 pm) to make getting treatment for your auto accident injuries effortless.
Oviedo’s injury recovery doctor, Dr. Ressler and the compassionate OIWC staff are here to help you heal faster and feel better! Call 407-977-5005 and schedule your appointment today.