Auto accidents are a leading cause of injury in the United States. Even a minor fender bender can be responsible for long-term pain and suffering resulting from whiplash or other neck and back injuries. It’s always a good idea to follow up with your primary care doctor after an accident.

The Consumer Federation of America released a report in June 2012 that contained some interesting information about how insurance companies may manipulate information that is input into their claims adjusting software.  While it is certainly not acceptable for providers to elevate injury claims by providing false, incomplete or misleading information