Victims of car accidents can suffer serious injuries. These injuries can lead to high out-of-pocket medical expenses if a victim’s health insurance doesn’t cover all of the bills.
The victim of an auto accident can pursue damages from liable parties to cover the cost of medical bills. Here are the types of medical expenses victims can recover in compensation:
Doctor’s appointments
Many people have to see a doctor after a car accident to have their injuries reviewed and collect a medical report. If the victim is suffering from serious injuries, they may need to see several different physicians. Any expenses the victim had to pay for their doctor’s appointments could be covered with damages.
Surgery
A traumatic brain, spine injury, facial injuries, hand injuries and other caused by an auto accident could require surgery. The victim may be able to recover the costs of surgery and any medical care needed to recover from their medical condition and operation.
Healthcare facility time
A victim’s injuries may require them to stay in a healthcare facility, whether that’s a hospital, nursing home or rehab center. Time spent in a healthcare facility can lead to high bills. The victim may seek damages to pay for these expenses.
Medication and medical equipment
A victim of an auto accident may need to take daily medication or use medical equipment for a short or long duration. Depending on the medication and equipment, the victim may experience expensive bills. The cost of medication and medical equipment could be covered with an auto accident claim.
Other kinds of medical costs can include disability accommodations, physical and psychological therapy and future medical costs. Legal guidance can help victims of auto accidents recover from the costs of high medical bills.