It is very important to understand that someone hired to prove a point performs the IMEs and that an insurance company can use an IME when you file a claim. The doctor may receive compensation to stumble across a certain finding in your exam that contradicts what your own doctor previously said. According to the Center for Justice and Democracy, IMEs are routinely tilted to benefit the insurance company by minimizing injuries or effects. If you are going through an evaluation, don’t just rely on the findings of the IME. Be sure to also receive a physical or an evaluation from your primary care provider (PCP). It may seem like a lot of time to spend at the doctor’s office, but you will be grateful you did it in the future.