Auto accident injury care in Washington, PA
Auto accident injury care at Getzik Family Chiropractic, a chiropractic and non-surgical spine clinic in Washington, Pennsylvania, treats whiplash, neck and back pain after a crash. In Pennsylvania, your medical claim is opened through your own auto insurance, no matter who caused the crash. If you carry limited tort, your benefits can run out and we help you understand what coverage you have so you are not stuck with medical bills. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available. Call us at (724) 222-2074.
Key facts
- Your medical claim is opened through your own auto insurance, regardless of fault.
- Your insurance then goes after the other driver's insurance for reimbursement.
- If you carry limited tort, your benefits can run out and we bill your health insurance.
- We make sure you know what coverage you have so you are not stuck with medical bills.
- Care is non-surgical and drug-free.
- Call us at (724) 222-2074 right after a crash.
What to do in the first 72 hours after a crash in Washington County
- Get seen and documented. Call us at (724) 222-2074 and tell us you were in a crash.
- Get examined even without pain. Pain often appears a day or two later, so an early exam documents the injury from the start.
- Report the crash to your insurer so the claim is open.
- Keep records of the police report, your symptoms and any costs.
- Do not sign a settlement before the full extent of the injury is known.
Why injuries show up days later
Adrenaline at the time of a crash can mask pain for hours. Inflammation then builds over the next day or two, and that is when stiffness, headaches and sharp pain often appear. A neck or back that felt fine the night of the crash can be painful the morning after. This is common, and it is why an early examination matters even when you feel okay.
Injuries we treat after a crash
- • Whiplash
- • Neck pain
- • Back pain
- • Headaches
- • Dizziness
- • Muscle spasm
- • Numbness and tingling
- • Shoulder pain
- • Soft tissue injury
How we document your injury for your insurer and your attorney
We document your injury with a thorough examination, imaging where needed, and a written report. We keep records of your visits, your symptoms and your progress. We work with attorneys and insurers and provide the records they need. If you have an attorney, we send records directly to them with your permission.
Who pays for your treatment
In Pennsylvania, your medical claim after a crash is opened through your own auto insurance, no matter who caused the crash. Your insurance company then goes after the other driver's insurance company for reimbursement. If you carry limited tort coverage, your auto medical benefits can run out. At that point we bill your health insurance, which is often denied because the injury came from a crash. We make sure you know what coverage you have available so you are not left with medical bills, or at least that you have an attorney. We verify your coverage before care begins and tell you your expected cost in writing. Call us at (724) 222-2074 right after a crash.
How soon can I be seen
Same-day and next-day appointments are often available. Call us at (724) 222-2074 and tell us you were in a crash. We make room for injury visits quickly because the first 72 hours matter for documentation.
What to bring to your first visit after a car accident
| Item | Why it matters |
|---|
| The police report or incident number | Ties your care to the documented crash for the insurer |
| Your auto insurance card | Lets us verify your auto medical benefits coverage |
| Your health insurance card | A backup payment path if needed |
| Your attorney's contact, if you have one | Lets us send records directly to your representative |
| A photo ID | Confirms your identity for records and billing |
| A list of your symptoms with when each began | Helps us document the timeline of your injury |
