Can Car Insurance Companies Request Medical Records?

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Can Car Insurance Companies Request Medical Records?

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If you were injured in a car accident where another driver was at fault, their insurance adjuster would likely want access to your medical records. Car insurance companies can request medical records, but you also have the right to decline or release them before speaking with an attorney.

The insurance company seeks more than just your medical records about the accident. Depending on the nature of the injury, the insurance company may allege that it did not result from the accident but is due to a pre-existing condition. They may ask the accident victim to sign a blanket release, meaning they can access your medical records.

The dedicated car accident lawyers at Rutter Mills will protect your rights and negotiate with the insurance company so you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

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To be eligible for compensation for your injuries, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, you must prove the at-fault driver injured you. The insurance company does need medical records documenting the scope of your injuries, diagnosis, and limitations.

However, the medical release agreement provided by the insurance company may have wording permitting the release of all medical records. You have a right to privacy and do not have to agree to this request as written.

Medical Releases

car accident attorney knows which medical records are pertinent to the accident and which are not. After reviewing the request, they will authorize the release of necessary accident-related medical records. These may include:

  • X-rays
  • CT scans
  • MRIs
  • Medications prescribed
  • Hospital treatment
  • Hospital discharge paperwork

Accident victims need their legal advocate. Their representatives know how to use the law to their advantage. The insurance company is entitled to get medical records for at least a reasonable period before the accident. The insurer is simply looking for any evidence they can use against the accident victim. Remember that insurance companies always want to pay as little as possible in claims.

Contact a Virginia Beach Car Accident Attorney

If you were injured in a motor vehicle collision due to another driver’s negligence, do not make any agreements with the insurance company before obtaining legal advice. An experienced car accident lawyer at Rutter Mills will review the insurance company’s requests and determine which are appropriate to respond to.

Arrange a no-fee, no-obligation consultation by calling or texting 24/7 or submitting our online form. We work for our clients on a contingency basis, which means that you do not owe us any money for our services unless we recover damages on your behalf.

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