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An Independent Medical Examination (IME) is an evaluation performed by a neutral, board-certified physician who is not involved in your treatment. The purpose of an IME is to provide an objective medical opinion regarding diagnosis, causation, impairment, prognosis, work-relatedness, treatment recommendations, and functional capacity.IMEs are commonly requested in workers’ compensation claims, disability evaluations, employer matters, administrative proceedings, and legal matters requiring medical clarification.

Dr. Babatunde Onamusi, MD, MPH is a board-certified Occupational & Environmental Medicine physician with over 25 years of experience in occupational medicine, disability evaluations, independent medical examinations, and work-related medical assessments. He is fully residency trained, previously board-certified in Internal Medicine, and a member of the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Disability Evaluation Panel (Ohio DEP).All evaluations are personally conducted by Dr. Onamusi.

Metrix Medical & Consulting evaluates a wide range of matters including:Workers’ compensation claimsDisability evaluationsPermanent Partial Impairment (PPI) evaluationsFitness-for-duty mattersFMLA medical assessmentsReturn-to-work evaluationsAlternative dispute resolution (ADR) evaluationsMedical file reviews and utilization-related matters

Turnaround times vary based on complexity, record volume, and case requirements. However, Metrix Medical prioritizes timely, defensible reporting and works to deliver completed reports efficiently without compromising quality or thoroughness. Rush scheduling and expedited turnaround may be available depending on case circumstances.

Metrix Medical provides neutral, evidence-based medical evaluations and opinions intended to support objective decision-making. Evaluations are conducted independently and without advocacy, regardless of referral source.

Metrix Medical provides statewide Ohio coverage, including the Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo, and Lima regions. Through a concierge scheduling model, evaluations can often be coordinated near the claimant’s or employee’s home, workplace, or preferred metropolitan area to reduce travel burden and improve attendance.

A Permanent Partial Impairment (PPI) rating is an evidence-based assessment used to determine the degree of permanent impairment resulting from a medical condition or work injury.PPI evaluations help support compensation decisions, disability determinations, and case resolution.

A Fitness-for-Duty evaluation assesses whether an employee can safely perform essential job functions and whether restrictions, accommodations, or work modifications may be appropriate.These evaluations help support employee safety, workplace compliance, and return-to-work decisions.

A treating physician focuses on diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing patient care.An IME physician provides an independent, objective medical assessment for clarification, case evaluation, administrative review, disability determination, or legal purposes.

Helpful materials may include:Referral questionsMedical recordsDiagnostic imaging and reportsJob descriptions (if applicable)Claim information or timeline summariesRelevant employment or functional documentation Providing complete records helps support a more thorough and timely evaluation.

Yes. Medical file reviews may be conducted without an in-person evaluation when appropriate. These reviews provide objective medical analysis, clarification of records, utilization considerations, and evidence-based opinions based on the information provided.

An FMLA Medical Assessment evaluates medical necessity, work limitations, and functional restrictions related to leave or workplace accommodations. These assessments may help employers clarify medical documentation, eligibility considerations, and return-to-work planning

Yes. Metrix Medical provides occupational medicine services and work injury care where appropriate, in addition to independent evaluations and medical consulting services.

Yes. Metrix Medical performs Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) IMEs designed to help clarify disputed medical issues and support fair, evidence-based resolution of contested matters.

Yes. Every evaluation, examination, file review, and report is personally conducted and authored by Dr. Babatunde Onamusi. There are no associate examiners or mid-level providers involved.

Occupational medicine and work injury care services may be available depending on scheduling and case needs. Please contact the office to discuss availability and timing

Reports are grounded in evidence-based medicine, objective findings, clinical guidelines, and careful documentation. Evaluations are structured to be clear, balanced, and able to withstand administrative, employer, peer-review, and legal scrutiny.

You may contact Metrix Medical by phone or email to discuss your case, scheduling needs, geographic preferences, and documentation requirements. Where possible, concierge scheduling options may be coordinated near the claimant’s or employee’s location.

Metrix Medical commonly works with employers, insurers, administrators, and organizations across manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, logistics, public entities, education, professional services, construction, and industrial sectors.

Occupational and Environmental Medicine focuses on work-related health, functional capacity, impairment, workplace safety, disability evaluation, and return-to-work considerations.