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Treatment notes, imaging, operative reports, and prior EMG or nerve conduction results are reviewed before the visit.
Independent Medical Examinations · Florissant, MO
Independent Medical Examinations (IME) in St. Louis
Objective physician evaluations for attorneys, insurers, employers, and case managers — performed personally by Naseem A. Shekhani, MD, at his Florissant, Missouri office.
30+ YearsClinical experience
15,000+Injury cases treated
FlorissantServing Greater St. Louis
The Short Answer
What Is an Independent Medical Examination?
An independent medical examination (IME) is a one-time physician evaluation of an injury, requested by a third party such as an attorney, insurance carrier, employer, or workers' compensation case manager. Dr. Shekhani reviews the medical records, examines the individual, and prepares a written report with his medical opinion. An IME is an evaluation, not ongoing treatment.
Dr. Shekhani has more than 30 years of clinical experience and has treated more than 15,000 injury cases. He performs IMEs for car accident and work-related injury claims across Florissant, North County, and Greater St. Louis.
What's Included
What Every IME Includes
Each evaluation follows the same structure, so the requesting party receives a complete, consistent, and clearly documented opinion.
Injury History
How the injury happened, the symptoms since, and the treatment received to date.
Physical & Neurological Exam
Performed directly by Dr. Shekhani — never delegated.
Written IME Report
Documented findings and a medical opinion that answers the questions the requesting party asks.
Questions an IME report can address
- Diagnosis
- Causation
- Reasonableness & necessity of treatment
- Maximum medical improvement (MMI)
- Permanent impairment rating
- Work restrictions
Who We Work With
Who Requests IMEs
Dr. Shekhani performs IMEs for both sides of auto accident and workers' compensation claims throughout St. Louis County and St. Louis City.
Personal Injury Attorneys
Plaintiff and defense counsel who need an objective medical opinion on an auto accident injury claim.
Information for attorneys →Workers' Comp Attorneys & Case Managers
Independent assessment of work-related injury claims, including return-to-work questions.
Work injury care →Insurance Carriers & Adjusters
Independent review of diagnosis, treatment, and claim status from a physician with no treating relationship.
Self-Insured Employers
Physician evaluation of workplace injuries to support claim decisions and safe return to work.
The Process
How the IME Process Works
Request
Call (314) 733-5140 with the claim or case details and the questions you need answered.
Records
Send the medical records, imaging, and prior test results before the appointment.
Examination
The examinee is seen in person at the Florissant office for a history and physical exam.
Report
Dr. Shekhani delivers a written report with his findings and medical opinion in less than one week.
Independent & Objective
Why Choose Dr. Shekhani for an IME
In an IME, Dr. Shekhani serves as an independent evaluator. He has no treating relationship with the person being examined, and his opinions are based on the medical records, his examination findings, and accepted clinical criteria.
He also performs in-office EMG and nerve conduction studies and diagnostic ultrasound. That hands-on experience with nerve and soft-tissue injury informs how he evaluates accident and work injury claims. More about Dr. Shekhani.
- Physician-performed. Every record review and exam is done by Dr. Shekhani himself.
- 30+ years in injury medicine. More than 15,000 injury cases treated.
- Nerve and soft-tissue expertise. Daily experience with EMG/NCS and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
- Local and accessible. Florissant office serving North County and Greater St. Louis.
Common Questions
IME Questions
What is an independent medical examination (IME)?
An independent medical examination is a one-time physician evaluation requested by an attorney, insurer, employer, or case manager to assess an injury. It includes a review of the medical records, an injury history, and a physical examination, and it produces a written report with the physician's medical opinion. An IME is an evaluation, not ongoing treatment.
Who can request an IME with Dr. Shekhani?
IMEs are typically requested by personal injury and workers' compensation attorneys, insurance carriers and claims adjusters, self-insured employers, and workers' compensation case managers. Call (314) 733-5140 to discuss the case and scheduling.
Is the IME doctor my treating doctor?
No. In an IME, Dr. Shekhani acts as an independent evaluator. He does not have a treating relationship with the person being examined, and the evaluation does not include ongoing care. If treatment is needed, the examinee continues with their own providers.
What happens during an IME?
Dr. Shekhani reviews the medical records, imaging, and prior test results before the visit. At the appointment he takes an injury history and performs a physical and neurological examination. He then prepares a written report that addresses the questions asked by the requesting party.
What should the examinee bring to an IME?
Bring a photo ID, the claim or case information, and any imaging or records not already sent to the office. Wear comfortable clothing that allows a physical examination.
Do you perform workers' compensation IMEs in Missouri?
Yes. Dr. Shekhani performs independent medical examinations for work-related injury claims from his Florissant office, serving employers, carriers, case managers, and attorneys throughout St. Louis County, St. Louis City, and Greater St. Louis.
How long does it take to receive the IME report?
The written IME report is delivered in less than one week after the examination. It documents Dr. Shekhani's findings and medical opinion on the questions asked by the requesting party.
How do I schedule an IME?
Call (314) 733-5140. The office is open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Have the claim or case information and the questions you need addressed ready when you call.
Schedule
Schedule an Independent Medical Examination
Call the Florissant office to schedule an IME or discuss a case. For copies of existing patient records, use Medical Records Requests.
STL Injury Specialist: Naseem A. Shekhani, MD11636 W Florissant Ave, Florissant, MO 63033
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Office HoursMonday–Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
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Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed