Workers’ Comp Attorneys’ Blog

Finding a Medical Provider in Workers Comp Cases

If you have been injured on the job, the first thing on your mind is getting the proper medical treatment.  Most people assume they can just go to their regular primary care physician.  However, you will likely find that most primary care physicians don’t accept workers comp cases.

How to Locate a Workers Comp Medical Provider

So how do you find a workers comp doctor to handle your treatment?  Generally, when you initiate a workers comp claim with your employer, they will supply you with a list of medical providers that are approved by their insurance carrier.  From that list, you may select the doctor who will oversee your case, provide medical treatment, and request authorizations for any specialists you may need.

Websites such as https://workers-compensation-doctors.com maintain current listings of authorized workers comp physicians.  You can enter your location, the type of doctor you need (for instance, an orthopedist, rheumatologist, neurologist, etc.), and specify an insurance network.  From there, you can access information about the various physicians, to help you decide which one to choose.

Selecting a Workers Comp Doctor

A primary distinction among workers comp physicians is that they are familiar with the workers comp system.  A good workers comp doctor can move your medical treatment along without getting mired in the process.  Their valuable experience helps them know the best ways to obtain approvals, and basically, how the workers comp “game” is played.

What to Look for when Selecting a Workers Comp Doctor

Choosing a physician is a personal matter. Once you receive the list of approved physicians, you’ll want to do some research.  A medical doctor generally has in the neighborhood of twenty years of formal education, plus several years of internship and residency.

Board certified physicians have achieved even higher degrees of training and experience.  Once you narrow down your list of choices, you can check online reviews, note where the physician maintains hospital privileges, and get a feel for how he or she practices by checking the physician’s website.

Deciding What Type of Doctor you Need

Today’s doctors are very specialized, limiting the scope of their practice to one or two areas.  You will likely be able to find a workers comp physician who specializes in the type of medical issue you have.

CLICK HERE for a List of the Types of Workers Comp Medical Specialists

Long Beach, CA Workers Comp Attorneys

If you were injured or made ill in the workplace, we recommend that you speak with an experienced workers comp attorney immediately. Even if you are currently receiving workers comp benefits, it is a good idea to get some legal advice to protect your rights going into the future.

An experienced workers comp attorney can help you identify minor issues before they become major problems – and make sure that you not only receive your benefits now, but for years to come.

Your consultation with our workers’ comp attorneys is 100% confidential, and neither your employer nor your insurance company will be notified that you requested a consultation with us. Our lawyers will help you understand your rights and work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the maximum workers’ comp benefits for which you qualify.

Long Beach, CA Workers Comp Attorneys FREE CONSULTATION: 800-964-8047