What You Need To Know If You’ve Suffered From A Workplace Injury
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I have an injury. What do I do next?
Notify your supervisor and union steward immediately of your injury.
Go to the nearest Emergency Room or Urgent Care facility of your choice if your injury requires immediate medical attention.
Contact Accident Injury MD to start your claims process
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How long do I have to file a claim?
If you sustain a Traumatic Injury, it is advisable that you file your claim within 30 days of the "Date-of-Injury".
If you sustain an Occupational Injury, your claim must be submitted to your employing agency within three years of the date when the employee becomes aware of a relationship between the medical condition and the employment or the date of last exposure.
Contact Accident Injury MD for prudent assistance with navigating through the process correctly.
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The agency I work for recommended that I go with their doctors. Can I still choose my own doctor?
Yes. Per the United States Dept of Labor, you have the right to choose your own initial physician. Your employer may direct you to a facility that they are familiar with. You have the ultimate decision in who treats you. You must select a physician that is experienced with Federal Worker's Compensation Injuries and has your best interest in mind.
Our doctors are well-versed in all aspects of the OWCP (Office of Workers Compensation Programs) process.
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What types of injuries are treated at Accident Injury MD?
Traumatic Injuries are condition(s) caused by a specific event that happened on a single workday or shift. Examples might include motor vehicle accidents, slips, and falls, injuries pushing or pulling heavy equipment, etc.
Occupational Injuries are condition(s) caused by exposure to work factors over a period of time longer than one workday or shift. Examples include carpel tunnel syndrome and orthopedic strains caused by repetitive work activities/tasks. Such as:
- lifting
- walking
- standing
- bending
- stooping
- twisting
- turning
- reaching above the head
- pushing
- pulling
- driving
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Can my primary care doctor be my treating physician?
No. The treating healthcare provider must be authorized by the Workers' Compensation Board, and most insurance carriers do not cover on-the-job injuries.
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What benefits are available to me through the FECA program?
Once a claim is "Accepted":
- Medical Bill Payments
- Lost Wage Compensation
- Travel Reimbursement
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What are the benefits of working with Accident Injury MD?
The claims process can be confusing and overwhelming. We simplify the process for you by providing you with the appropriate medical treatment and claims management assistance.