What is Med-Pay?
All auto insurance policies sold in Lexington and throughout South Carolina give drivers the option to protect themselves against at least $1,000 in out-of-pocket medical expenses. This option is often called “medical payment coverage” or Med-Pay. It may also be referred to as “personal injury protection.” Like most legal or insurance terms, its meaning can be figured out by breaking down the words. Medical payment coverage (“Med-Pay”) is the section of a car insurance policy that provides money to pay for medical bills you incur after being injured in an auto accident. In essence, as our South Carolina personal injury lawyer explains, your own car insurance company is offering you the chance to protect yourself against medical expenses.
How Does Med-Pay Work After a Car Wreck?
Many injured people mistakenly believe that the at-fault driver’s insurer will pay for medical treatment throughout their legal case. I have never seen it happen. Instead, the other party’s insurer may offer you a settlement when you finish treating. The settlement will be based in part on your medical bills. While your lawyer is fighting to achieve the best possible result in your case, your medical bills could grow and even be sent to collections if you do not make some form of payment on them. Med-Pay funds can be applied directly to medical bills, co-pays, or placed in your pocket.
Med-Pay can be the difference between receiving necessary care and having your injuries go untreated because you can't afford treatment. To avoid becoming one of the many injured South Carolinians who can't afford the medical attention they require after a car crash, purchase Med-Pay. In most instances, it only costs a few dollars per month.
Get Legal Help After a Car Accident in South Carolina
If you have questions about your medical payment policy or any other issue related to your car wreck, call us for a free consultation from a Columbia, SC, car accident attorney, rather than rely on an insurance company that increases its profits by paying you less.
The attorneys at the Law Office of Kenneth E. Berger have years of experience handling cases like yours and would be honored to help you and your family with the legal recovery process while you focus on healing. I have been helping people in Lexington and across our state since my first day in practice, and look forward to providing you with answers and guidance. Our offices are conveniently located in Columbia and Myrtle Beach, and we have been proudly servicing clients throughout the surrounding areas. Contact us online today or call us at 803-790-2800 (Columbia, SC) / 843-427-2800 (Myrtle Beach, SC). We offer free consultations and would be happy to answer your questions.