Episode 34: How Inflated Medical Bills Kill Personal Injury Cases

In this episode of Injuries & Evidence Podcast, host Jason Wardell, Co-Founder & CEO of PISciences, takes aim at one of the most misunderstood and damaging trends in personal injury—5X medical billing.

While some providers charge 400–500% over standard rates in the hope of boosting case value, Jason explains why this strategy backfires more often than it helps. He unpacks how insurance adjusters use software like Colossus to flag inflated bills, triggering audits, IMEs, billing cuts, and reduced settlement offers. Even worse, high bills disconnected from accurate diagnoses can erode provider credibility and tank an otherwise strong case.

Jason shares real-world examples from PISciences, outlines the ethical and economic consequences for providers and attorneys, and offers an alternative: accurate diagnosis, medically necessary care, and clear documentation—all within PISciences' mission to help patients reach MMI in 90 days.

For more information, visit PISciences and learn how proper diagnosis, fair billing, and smart documentation can elevate case outcomes—ethically.