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About Us

Who We Are

Disability & Occupational Consultants is Ohio’s premier network of experienced medical providers dedicated to conducting Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) across the state. Our mission is to support you in navigating the often complex medical-legal landscape and deliver the expertise needed for effective claims management.

Our Role as Your Partner

We consider ourselves your partners within the insurance marketplace. We collaborate with a diverse range of entities, including law firms, insurance companies, Third-Party Administrators (TPAs), Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), and state agencies like the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) and the Industrial Commission. Our goal is to provide the medical insights necessary to manage claims efficiently, reduce costs, and prevent litigation.

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Our Expertise

Our well-reasoned opinions are your primary resource in the case management process. An IME delivers legally relevant and defensible answers to complex questions surrounding diagnosis, treatment, and the extent of disability. Our experienced medical providers offer thoughtful, objective insights across various medical-legal issues and specialties.

Commitment to Quality

At Disability & Occupational Consultants, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality independent examination services. Our highly skilled physicians possess extensive experience in analyzing intricate medical-legal matters. We ensure our expert opinions are not only well-reasoned and supported by objective evidence but also delivered promptly and professionally.

Client-Centric Approach

We prioritize providing exceptional service from start to finish. Our expert medical examiners bring a wealth of experience to even the most complicated cases. They are adept at responding to inquiries clearly and concisely, maintaining the utmost professionalism and integrity. Our commitment to treating patients with dignity and respect remains unwavering.

Specialized Medical Evaluations

We believe that skilled physicians involved in daily patient management are best suited for conducting disability evaluations. To meet your needs, we have assembled a select network of board-certified, specialty-trained physicians with extensive experience in disability examinations across multiple medical disciplines.

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Professionalism You Can Trust

Our physicians are not only highly qualified, but they also gain respect among peers and within the community. We ensure thorough, valid, defensible, and impartial medical evaluations delivered in a timely manner, ensuring our clients are well-supported.

Making a Difference

We ensure that our network includes only the best medical providers, supported by a courteous administrative team committed to facilitating a smooth examination process from scheduling to report generation. Our collective experience in insurance and medical claims equips us to handle workplace injuries and disability issues effectively.

Seamless Scheduling

Our simple and efficient scheduling process and multiple convenient locations throughout Ohio make it easy to access services. Advanced medical transcription and administrative services ensure that reports are delivered swiftly, helping you meet your deadlines consistently.

Dedicated to Serving You

As healthcare costs rise, objective assessments of physical impairments related to workers’ compensation, disability insurance, and other liability issues become vital. Our dedicated network of experts and professional staff is ready to address your needs for independent medical evaluations in all areas.

Our board-certified physicians excel in their respective fields and possess a deep understanding of current laws and disability issues. As we continue to expand our network and enhance our services, we can become your trusted resource for expert medical evaluations and testimony during depositions and trials.

 

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Get in Touch

Contact us today to schedule an examination with one of our panel physicians. We look forward to partnering with you.