Independent Medical Examination (IME) in Tennessee

What is an Independent Medical Examination (IME)?

An Independent Medical Examination (IME) is a medical evaluation performed by a physician who is not involved in the patient’s ongoing treatment. IMEs provide an objective, third-party medical opinion on questions related to injury causation, diagnosis, treatment appropriateness, maximum medical improvement (MMI), impairment ratings, and work capacity.

Who Needs an IME in Tennessee?

IMEs are commonly requested in Tennessee by:

• Attorneys representing plaintiffs or defendants in personal injury or workers’ compensation cases
• Insurance companies evaluating the validity or extent of a claim
• Employers assessing fitness for duty or return-to-work status
• Government agencies requiring disability determinations
• Self-insured employers managing occupational injury claims

What Does an IME Evaluation Include?

Dr. Olatunde Oso’s IME evaluations at Ogiso Health typically include:

• Review of all relevant medical records and diagnostic studies
• Comprehensive physical examination
• Causation analysis (work-relatedness of injury or illness)
• Assessment of maximum medical improvement (MMI)
• Whole-person impairment rating (AMA Guides)
• Work capacity and functional limitations assessment
• Detailed written medical opinion report

Why Choose Dr. Olatunde Oso for an IME?

Dr. Oso is fellowship-trained in Occupational and Environmental Medicine at Meharry Medical College and holds an MD with a Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH). His specialty training gives him deep expertise in the medical, regulatory, and legal frameworks relevant to IME cases in Tennessee. His reports are thorough, objective, and defensible in legal proceedings.

How Do I Request an IME at Ogiso Health?

IME requests are handled directly — not through the standard scheduling system. To request an IME, please contact our office at 615-397-6243 or use the contact form on this site. Please include the claimant’s name, date of injury, relevant records, and specific questions to be addressed in the evaluation.