What Should You Do Immediately After An Auto Accident?
Step 1:
Stop The Vehicle
Stop the vehicle, help any injured parties, and call 911. If there are no serious injuries and the vehicles are drivable, move the cars out of the traffic. If they can't be moved, put your hazard lights on.
Step 2:
Stay At The Scene
Stay at the scene of the accident and wait for emergency services to arrive.
Step 3:
Gather Accident Information
Start gathering important information. This includes all the details about the accident, the name of the other parties involved, witnesses, license plate numbers, insurance information, and contact details. Check for damage to the vehicles and take photos.
Step 4:
Contact Your Insurance
Make contact with your insurance company as soon as possible to notify them of the incident so that they can start the claim process.
Step 5:
Get Help For Your Injuries
Make an appointment with Dr. Verg to check for any injuries to the back or spine. Even if you only have mild discomfort, it is important to have a full evaluation to check for injuries and prevent the development of a chronic condition in the future.
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Dr. Verg is a leading chiropractor in Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR specializing in auto accident injuries. For many years he has been helping people recover from their car accident injuries, successfully rehabilitating painful back and neck conditions.
How To Check If You Have A Whiplash
If you have been in a vehicle accident, it is important to check whether you have any of these whiplash symptoms:
- Pain when moving your neck
- Loss of range of motion
- Headaches that start at the base of the skull
- Shoulder, upper back or arm pain
- Tingling or numbness in the arms
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
Other more serious symptoms are:
- Difficulty concentrating
- Blurred vision
- Ringing in the ears
- Disturbed sleep
- Irritability
- Memory problems
- Depression
The good news is that, in most cases, whiplash symptoms can be resolved without the need for surgical intervention. They can be treated successfully through conservative, non-invasive care that combines manual therapy with chiropractic care and therapeutic exercise, all of which are provided at Dr. Verg.
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MorePersonal Injury Protection Cover For Chiropractic Care
Washington State PIP Regulations
Insurance companies in Washington State have to offer a minimum of $10,000 personal injury protection cover with all auto insurance policy quotes. This is to ensure that all drivers and their passengers in the state of Washington will have access to the care they need in the event of an auto accident. It is available to every insured driver and passenger regardless of who caused the accident.
PIP protects everyone who is a victim of a car accident and requires that the policy holder's insurance covers all the necessary medical care.
This means that you can get access to the treatment you need without waiting for fault to be determined. Importantly, using your personal injury protection cover will not impact your insurance premiums.
Personal injury protection cover means that your insurance company will pay the medical bills, along with other expenses, while you are recovering from injuries sustained in the car accident.
In A Car Accident, Who Can Receive PIP Benefits?
All parties involved in the accident can claim PIP benefits, as well as others, including:
The Driver
This is the person named on the policy, and each driver's insurance company is responsible for the insured driver.
Passengers
The driver's insurance company will cover the PIP benefits initially. If the PIP benefits are exhausted, and the passenger still requires care, they can file a claim with their own motor vehicle insurance company to access additional benefits.
Pedestrians
The driver's insurance company will pay the PIP benefits.
Bicyclists
Bicyclists can claim PIP benefits through the driver's insurance company.
Household Residents
Whether related by blood, marriage, or adoption (as well as step or foster children).
In order to make a PIP claim after the accident, the vehicle that was being driven at the time of the incident needs to have been listed on the auto policy's declaration page.
What Does Personal Injury Protection Cover In Washington State And In Oregon State?
PIP is insurance coverage that is added to your auto policy that will help pay for medical and hospital expenses, wage loss, loss of services, and funeral expenses if you are in an auto accident. PIP benefits can be accessed regardless of who is at fault. PIP in Washington State covers:
Medical And Hospital Expenses
Up to a limit of $10,000 per injured person for medical expenses that are deemed reasonable and necessary, including chiropractic care. The cover is available for three years from the date of the accident. It is possible to add extra coverage for access to up to $35,000 in benefits to cover medical and hospital costs.
Lost Wages
PIP provides income replacement coverage. It's up to $200 per week ($10,000 in total). Benefits are limited to the first year if you have been disabled for more than 14 consecutive days after the accident. Additional coverage can be purchased for income benefits up to $35,000 ($700 per week).
Funeral Expenses
Personal injury protection covers up to $2,000 in funeral costs for each person who dies as a result of the accident.
Loss Of Services
This coverage is available to pay non-family members to assist with work that you can no longer do yourself, such as household cleaning and other chores. Additional cover can be purchase to a total of $14,600.personal injury protection covers up to $2,000 in funeral costs for each person who dies as a result of the accident.
What Our Patients Say
Kristina Chausov
Went to see Dr. Verg after being in an accident with my son and am feeling better then ever. He also treated my 2 year old and always went above to make sure we were both comfortable. Very friendly staff, they have a great team!
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Vik Fomenko
I have had several adjustments from Dr Verg and he is the best! I’ve been to a lot of different chiropractors over the years and found him to be the most excellent one yet. He has a natural feel and knowing of exactly what’s going on and what to do. It not just knowledge or practice for gift, it’s a true gift and calling on his life. He is also so well informed and educates you on everything going on and answers all your questions. He is super patient, easy to talk to, and fun to visit. So glad I found my chiropractor for life!
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Katya Borisova
Doctor Anatoliy Vergulyanets was genuinely considered about my pain and how to properly fix me up. May God help me to not get into any more car accidents, but if I do, this place will be my first stop.
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Book A Free Appointment With Dr. Verg
Dr. Verg is a leading chiropractor in Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR specializing in auto accident injuries. For many years he has been helping people recover from their car accident injuries, successfully rehabilitating painful back and neck conditions.
You don't need to live with pain or discomfort after an auto accident. Whiplash and the resulting pain can take a heavy toll on your wellbeing and may make it difficult to perform normal activities. With a range of interventions, Dr. Verg works to correct the root of the condition, thereby re-establishing full mobility, relieving pain, and restoring quality of life.
