Do you accept liens? - Yes, in fact we have
continued to grow as a top choice for Personal Injury and Workers’
Compensation Attorneys because of the their ability to accept liens. If
you have been injured or you are an attorney with a client who has been
injured, and are currently in the process of filing a Personal Injury
or Workers’ Compensation claim, contact us today.
If I’ve been injured in an automobile accident, should I get an MRI?
- Detecting injury early on is a key factor in ensuring a pain free
future and an MRI can help detect undiagnosed injuries. Your first step
should be to immediately contact a medical professional, for an evaluation of your injury and
determination of what type of diagnostic tests should be conducted. If
you do not have a medical professional, Encompass through its strong
history of a working with both attorneys, medical doctors and
chiropractors, can provide you with a list of doctors in your area.
Does having a MRI hurt? - No. A regular MRI, not requiring contrast, is as painless as having an XRAY.
Do I need a prescription? - Yes, your doctor has to specifically request the MRI and designate the body part to be scanned.
How much radiation do I absorb? - None. A MRI emits no radiation.
I've had my MRI; what now? - It will take a day or so for the radiologist to review the MRI and prepare a report for the doctor and legal professionals. One your doctor has reviewed the report, they will discuss the report with you and help with a plan for your recovery.
Can I have an MRI if I am pregnant? - No, you cannot undergo a MRI when pregnant.
Can I have an MRI if I have a metallic implant? - No. In fact, if you have any metal inside you at all, you cannot have a scan.
Can children have a MRI? - Yes, it is perfectly safe for children to have a MRI.
How quickly can you schedule me? - Usually we can get you in the next day or two. Same day appointments are sometimes available; please have your doctor contact our scheduling department. We also have a weekend appointments at our Chula Vista location.
