Division Independent Medical Examination (DIME)

You are strongly encouraged to send documents, reports, etc. via email to cdle_IMEunit@state.co.us or e-fax to 303-318-8659. To help facilitate a timely response, please avoid sending documents by mail. 

A Division Independent Medical Examination (DIME) is required if there is a dispute between the injured worker and the insurance carrier concerning the maximum medical improvement date (MMI) or the impairment rating and the parties wish to bring this dispute before a judge.

This process was established to reduce litigation and to provide an alternative way to address disputes involving MMI and impairment. Because impairment is an issue in the dispute, a Level II-accredited physician must perform the examination. If the parties cannot agree upon a physician, the Division will select an independent medical examiner based on an application submitted by the party who objects to the impairment rating or statement of MMI.

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