:Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs)

Trusted expert opinions
for complex cases.

Return To Work Qld coordinates Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) for injured workers who require formal, third-party medical assessments.

These examinations are carried out by a panel of experienced, Queensland-based specialists to provide clear, impartial insights into diagnosis, capacity, or impairment.

Whether you’re an employer, insurer, or medical provider, we simplify the IME process, from referral to report, so that your decisions are informed, compliant, and timely.

Refer for Assessment

An IME may be required when:

A Second Opinion is needed on diagnosis, treatment, or recovery progress

Functional capacity or work readiness is unclear

A Permanent Impairment Assessment is required

A claim has stalled or needs clarity to progress

Employers or insurers need external support to validate treatment pathways

Return To Work Qld specialise particularly in musculoskeletal referrals with assessments conducted by trained, accredited medical specialists in accordance with official guidelines.

How the IME process works:

If you require an Independent Medical Examination, don't stress… We manage the entire process — from booking and preparation to final report delivery — so everyone stays informed and supported.

Referral submitted

Referrals are accepted from employers, providers, insurers, or legal representatives.

Referral submitted

Referrals are accepted from employers, providers, insurers, or legal representatives.

Referral submitted

Referrals are accepted from employers, providers, insurers, or legal representatives.

Referral submitted

Referrals are accepted from employers, providers, insurers, or legal representatives.

Booking arranged

We coordinate directly with the most appropriate specialist based on injury type, availability, and location, including regional QLD access via telehealth.

Booking arranged

We coordinate directly with the most appropriate specialist based on injury type, availability, and location, including regional QLD access via telehealth.

Booking arranged

We coordinate directly with the most appropriate specialist based on injury type, availability, and location, including regional QLD access via telehealth.

Booking arranged

We coordinate directly with the most appropriate specialist based on injury type, availability, and location, including regional QLD access via telehealth.