Here are 4 common mistakes you should avoid when dealing with your employerโs workers’ comp doctor after a St. Louis work injury. Work-related injuries can be traumatizing. They not only cause physical and emotional pain but can also leave you with high medical bills and sometimes lost wages. While you may be entitled to compensation … Read more
If you have been injured on the job it’s very important that you seek prompt medical attention. Here’s why. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average rate of work-related injuries is 2.8 per 100 full-time workers. With such staggering figures, it’s certainly possible that you may be injured on the job at some … Read more
After being injured at work, one of the most important parts of the claim process is seeing a doctor. As part of a neutral evaluation, you will be able to choose your doctor from a list that is generally provided by your employer. Here are 7 things that you will need to talk about with … Read more
In some cases, the insurance company may deny certain procedures or treatments after a work-related injury. Workerโs compensation is supposed to cover all medical costs that relate to your work injury or illness. However, in some cases, the insurance company may deny certain procedures or treatments. Can they do that? What would be the reason? … Read more
Diagnostic testing may be requested by the insurance company in order to confirm an injured workerโs diagnosis. Diagnostic testing is a process of evaluating a personโs medical status to either reach or confirm a diagnosis. Testing takes on many forms, from X-rays, MRIs, blood tests, or even CAT scans. A medical professional will choose which … Read more
Workers’ compensation laws are in place to make sure that Missouri injured workers can access life-saving medical treatment when needed. But what happens when access is reduced? This global health crisis, unfortunately, leaves many injured workers on the sidelines waiting to find out if they are able to see a doctor or not, as many … Read more