ICBC

In 2005, 78 000 British Columbians reported injuries from motor vehicle collisions to ICBC. The medical records of injured patients are an important component of the evidence in the adjudication of ICBC claims.

Patients injured in motor vehicle collisions can be more complex to manage than the average primary care patient. Some patients may have compounding issues beyond their physical injuries. Psychological factors, including home stresses, work issues, financial problems, or the worsening of pre-existing conditions can affect recovery.

In 2005, 78 000 British Columbians reported injuries from motor vehicle collisions to ICBC. Most people look to their family physician to assess their injury and guide their recovery. Because of this, ICBC would like to positively influence its relationships with physicians who treat ICBC customers. Recently I agreed to work for ICBC as a medical community liaison. In this capacity, I will act as an information resource to physicians and ICBC staff and be an ICBC representative on the BCMA/ICBC Liaison Committee.