Mitchell Acquires National IME Provider
Friday, June 8, 2018 | 0
Mitchell International announced Thursday that is has acquired Medical Consultants Network, which operates a national network of independent medical examiners.
Mitchell said the purchase will allow it to integrate its bill review systems with an independent medical exam provider, simplifying the IME and peer-review process.
The combined efforts of Mitchell and MCN will allow claims adjusters to score risks and identify claims for which an IME or peer review may be appropriate, the San Diego-based company said.
Merging the organizations will reduce the claims professional’s administrative burden in transmitting IME and physician peer review referrals, as well as incorporate claim decisions into the bill adjudication process for improved compliance and enforcement, the company said.
Mitchell said MCN has 13,000 physicians who can review services for the auto and workers’ compensation industries.
“Through this acquisition we will further accelerate and expand upon MCN’s leadership position in the IME and physician peer review markets,” stated Nina Smith, executive vice president and general manager for Mitchell Casualty Solutions Group. “Our combined solutions will enable us to help more clients receive better outcomes — featuring high quality medical review solutions and deep insights into clinical issues.”
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