Car Accident Injury Doctor in NYC — Accident & Injury Care
Hurt in a crash? Our car accident injury doctor in NYC provides expert care and customized recovery plans for people injured in motor vehicle accidents — including federal employees hurt in on-duty vehicle accidents. Offices in Midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn.
- NY no-fault accident care
- Federal on-duty accidents (OWCP)
- Se habla español
Should I see a doctor after a car accident if I feel fine?
Yes. Car collisions can cause injuries that don't appear immediately — whiplash, herniated discs and soft-tissue sprains often surface hours or days later. Seeing a car accident injury doctor promptly gets you diagnosed and treated early, and creates the medical record New York no-fault insurance, or OWCP for federal employees injured on duty, needs to pay for your care.
Most Frequent Injuries Caused by Car Accidents
Even a low-speed crash can strain the neck, spine and joints. These are the car accident injuries we treat most often.
Whiplash
A rapid back-and-forth motion of the head strains the muscles and ligaments of the neck, causing pain, stiffness and headaches.
Herniated discs
Impact can push a spinal disc out of place in the neck or lower back, pressing on nerves and causing radiating pain, tingling or numbness.
Muscle strains & sprains
Soft-tissue injuries to the back, neck and shoulders that limit movement and often worsen over the first few days.
Shoulder injuries
Seatbelt and bracing forces can injure the shoulder and rotator cuff, making it painful to lift or reach.
Wrist sprains
Gripping the wheel or bracing against the dashboard during impact commonly sprains the wrist and hand.
Knee injuries
Knees can strike the dashboard or console, causing bruising, ligament sprains and lasting knee pain.
Delayed Car Accident Symptoms to Watch For
Adrenaline can mask pain after a collision. If you notice any of these symptoms in the days after an accident, schedule an evaluation with an accident injury doctor.
Go to the emergency room right away if you have:
- Loss of consciousness, confusion or a severe or worsening headache
- Weakness, numbness or loss of control in your arms or legs
- Chest pain or trouble breathing
- Severe abdominal pain
- A visible deformity or a bone you think is broken
Call 911 in an emergency. Follow-up care for your injuries can continue with us after you've been stabilized.
We Provide Expert Rehabilitative Treatments
Your care starts with a physician's evaluation by our board-certified physiatrist, who diagnoses your injuries, orders imaging when needed and builds a customized recovery plan. Every treatment happens under one roof, so your care is coordinated and your records are complete for your insurance claim.
Our goal is to relieve your pain, restore your range of motion and get you back to work and daily life — without surgery whenever possible.
Explore Our Medical Care
Physiatry evaluation
Diagnosis, imaging orders and a recovery plan from a board-certified physiatrist.
Physical therapy
Targeted exercise and manual therapy to rebuild strength and mobility.
Chiropractic care
Spinal care for neck and back injuries from the collision.
Spinal decompression
Non-surgical relief for disc-related neck and back pain.
Pain management
Physician-directed treatment to control pain while you heal.
Who Pays for Car Accident Injury Treatment?
It depends on whether you were working when the accident happened. We treat patients under each of these systems.
| Your situation | Who usually pays | Key details |
|---|---|---|
| Personal car accident in New York (driver, passenger or pedestrian) | NY no-fault insurance (Personal Injury Protection) | At least $50,000 in basic coverage for medical bills and lost wages, regardless of who caused the crash. Written notice/NF-2 generally due within 30 days. |
| Federal employee in an accident while on duty | Federal workers' compensation (OWCP / FECA) | File a CA-1 for the traumatic injury. Treatment is billed to OWCP, and Continuation of Pay may apply. |
| Non-federal employee injured driving for work | NY State workers' compensation | Report to your employer; the claim is handled through the NY Workers' Compensation Board. |
Not sure which applies? Call us before your first visit and we'll help you sort it out. Questions about lawsuits or settlements should go to an attorney.
Injured in a Vehicle Accident on Duty?
Letter carriers, federal law enforcement officers and other federal employees who drive for work face a higher risk of vehicle accidents. If you're hurt while performing your federal duties, your injury is generally covered by federal workers' compensation under FECA.
As a DOL-OWCP enrolled practice, we treat on-duty accident injuries and provide the medical evidence your claim needs — from the CA-16 and CA-20 to ongoing CA-17 duty status reports.
CA-1, Notice of Traumatic Injury, within 30 days through ECOMP
Ask your agency for a CA-16
Up to 45 days of Continuation of Pay if you qualify
OWCP may ask you to pursue the at-fault party and can be reimbursed from any recovery. Talk to a FECA attorney before settling.
Accidents during your regular commute generally aren't covered by FECA; no-fault usually applies instead.
Led by a Board-Certified Physiatrist
Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, MD, FAAPMR is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, earned his MD at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and trained at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and The Mount Sinai Hospital. His specialty, physiatry, focuses on diagnosing and treating spine, joint, muscle and nerve injuries without surgery — the injuries car accidents cause most.
“Dr. Moalemi is great at what he does, he is attentive and was spot on with his diagnosis… After my 6 weeks of PT I was back to new.”
— Shanice J., Google review
Car Accident Injury Care in Manhattan & Brooklyn
Serving accident victims across all five boroughs and Long Island.
Manhattan — Midtown
7 W 45th St, Floor 9, Suite 1, New York, NY 10036
(646) 368-8585 · Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM
Brooklyn — Flatbush
640 Parkside Ave, Suite 201, Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 587-1889 · Call for hours
Car Accident Injury Questions
How soon should I see a doctor after a car accident?
As soon as possible, ideally within a few days, even if you feel fine. Many car accident injuries, such as whiplash and herniated discs, cause delayed symptoms, and early treatment creates the medical record your insurance claim depends on. Go to the emergency room right away for any severe symptoms.
Where can I find a car accident injury doctor near me in NYC?
Our accident injury doctors see patients at 7 W 45th St, Floor 9 in Midtown Manhattan, (646) 368-8585, and at 640 Parkside Ave, Suite 201 in Brooklyn, (718) 587-1889, serving all five boroughs and Long Island.
Does New York no-fault insurance pay for my treatment?
New York auto policies include no-fault (Personal Injury Protection) coverage of at least $50,000 for reasonable and necessary medical expenses and lost earnings, regardless of who caused the accident. You generally must give the insurer written notice, usually with the NF-2 application, within 30 days of the accident.
Why do symptoms show up days after a car accident?
Adrenaline and shock can mask pain immediately after a crash, and soft-tissue inflammation often builds over the next 24 to 72 hours. Headaches, neck stiffness, upper back pain and tingling or numbness down the arms are common delayed symptoms.
How is whiplash treated?
Whiplash is usually treated without surgery through a physician's evaluation, physical therapy to restore neck motion and strength, chiropractic care and pain management. Imaging is ordered when symptoms suggest a disc or nerve injury.
I'm a federal employee hurt in an accident on duty. Who pays?
Injuries sustained while performing federal duties are generally covered by federal workers' compensation under FECA. File a CA-1 through ECOMP within 30 days and see an OWCP-enrolled doctor. If another driver was at fault, OWCP may seek reimbursement from any recovery, so consult a FECA attorney before settling.
Do you treat pedestrians and passengers?
Yes. We treat drivers, passengers, pedestrians and cyclists injured in motor vehicle accidents in New York.
Sources
- New York State Department of Financial Services — Auto Insurance Information for Consumers
- NY Insurance Regulation 68 (11 NYCRR Part 65) — No-Fault
- U.S. Department of Labor — Federal Employees' Compensation (FECA)
- New York State Workers' Compensation Board
Medically reviewed by Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, MD, FAAPMR · Last updated October 6, 2026. This page is educational and is not legal or insurance advice. Coverage depends on your policy and circumstances; consult your insurer or an attorney about your claim.
Injured in an Accident? Get Seen This Week
Tell us about your injury and we'll confirm your visit, check your claim status and let you know exactly what paperwork to bring.
- Bring your OWCP claim number (if assigned)
- Bring your CA-16 if your agency issued one
- Bring a copy of your CA-1 or CA-2