From the desk of Dr. Newton

HAVE YOU HUGGED YOUR AME TODAY?
May 2007
Fredric H. Newton, M.D.
CEO Newton Medical Group

On 5/6/06, WCC published an article written by York McGavin, titled “A Guaranteed Path to Success- When Not to Use an AME”. The author’s thesis was that the AME resolves disputes by “splitting the baby down the middle”. This results in PD somewhat less than that found by the PTP, presumably pleasing the Defense, while finding enough apportionment to appease the defense, but not enough to offend the Applicant. Mr. McGavin characterized this approach as a purposeful design for continued AME referrals from both parties, superior to and in spite of the “detriment” imposed upon injured worker.

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Past articles

SCHEDULING TIPS
April 2007

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