requesting IME-legal please chime in

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dear listserve,

I just got a new MVA pt who has been seen from 2 other practioners. Pt's

symptoms do not correlate with physical exam findings and there is generally an

appearance of malingering- pt dislikes her job, there is marital dichord and

the pt is deconditioned- Pt's accident was almost 4 months ago, " bump " in the

parking lot kind of thing-with resulting severe neuro deficits, exaggarated

muscle weakness,etc.... Xrays were ordered from another practioner, all were

negative.

Question-can I quietly hint or request an IME? this is a new one for me-

personally, I do not want to treat for more than a couple of visits

Legally, what are my responsibilities regarding putting an end to this and what

might the repercussions be?

Thanks

Babbbitt, Forest Grove Health and Fitness