What is the first thing you are supposed to do when involved in an auto accident?

Should you call your lawyer or your insurance provider? Well, a vast majority of the people would call their attorney or insurance provider. What you need to know is that the one person you should be calling is Cornerstone Chiropractic.  

Let’s face it. Auto accidents are scary and stressful. When you are involved in one, your mind automatically starts reviewing the damage and that is why the first person you think of is your attorney followed by your insurance provider or vice versa.  

If you have been involved in an auto accident, your body is probably plagued by the following injuries:   

• Soft tissues injuries 

• Cervical 

• Lumbar strains 

• Whiplash 

• Musculoskeletal injuries 

• Strain among others 

Seeking the help of Cornerstone Chiropractic immediately after an auto accident will ensure the above injuries and more are treated. As a result, your joint mobility will be improved, pain will be alleviated and other musculoskeletal injuries will be treated.  

Types of personal injury accidents  

Personal injury accidents can happen anytime, anywhere. Basically, when you sustain an injury, you have incurred a personal injury. Since they happen when you least expect it, taking the right measures will ensure speedy recovery. When you are injured, the physical pain is only part of the injury. The other is mental distress.  

Before we proceed here are the types of personal injury accidents:   

• Truck 

• Car  

• Motorcycle 

Why Should You See Cornerstone Chiropractic after a Personal Injury Accident?  

Auto accident victims never take the time to consider if they are injured or not especially if the injuries are not present on the "outside". What they don’t know is that even without any symptoms, it is important to schedule a visit to the chiropractor immediately after an auto accident. Doing so will ensure that the chiropractor treats the injuries, strengthens your muscles, restores your joint mobility and stabilizes your body.  

According to experts the most affected areas of the body after a personal injury accident include:   

• Neck 

• Spine 

Since personal injury accidents have a tremendous effect on the musculoskeletal system, you will find it hard to complete even the simplest of tasks especially when you don’t seek immediate help. Taking the time to schedule a visit to your chiropractor will lower the chances of suffering extensive soft tissue damage and chronic pain. While many injuries don’t cause stiffness, pain, discomfort and soreness until days or weeks after the auto accident, allowing time to pass will make matters worse. 

How will the chiropractic treatment be paid?

There are 2 primary ways to get the treatment you need with no out of pocket cost to you.

• Med-Pay

• Attorney Lien

Med-Pay 

Med-pay is the simplest of methods. On your initial consultation we can call your insurance company and determine if you have Med-Pay on your policy. If you do, we will send the bills to the insurance company and they will recoup the amount paid from the insurance company that is determined at fault. You will not have any “out of pocket” cost if you have the appropriate and adequate coverage.

Attorney Lien

If you do not have Med-Pay, we can put you in contact with a couple of qualified attorneys that will review your circumstances and determine if they can help. We a trusted network of attorneys that will look out for your interest. The cost of the attorney and treatment will come from the settlement of the case and you will have no “out of pocket'“ expenses.

It is important to note that using and attorney does not mean you are suing someone. An insurance policy is a contract. It can be difficult to navigate and understand what your rights are as an injured party, especially while you are hurt and just wanting to get better. The qualified accident attorneys we work with will do that work for you and make sure you get the care your need without the hassle. This way you can focus on getting better without the worry of how it will get paid.