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Does New York Workers' Compensation cover Chiropractor Visits?
Posted at: 11/7/2024 10:59 AM
Once an injured worker has an established Workers' Compensation claim in New York, they are entitled to lost wage benefits and medical treatment for the injured body sites. One common question is whether chiropractic treatment is covered under New York Workers' Compensation law. The simple, straightforward answer is yes, chiropractic treatment is a covered treatment for injuries involving the neck, as well as the mid and low back. In 2010, the New York State Workers' Compensation Board (WCB)
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Do I Need an Attorney to Represent Me in My Workers' Compensation Claim?
Posted at: 11/7/2024 8:42 AM
The New York State Workers’ Compensation system does not require the injured worker to hire an attorney. However, many injured workers who have gone through the Workers’ Compensation system have found that the benefits of hiring a lawyer to represent them is the best way to get the medical treatment and lost wage benefits they deserve. Contact Us Today Advantages of Having Legal Representation First, as an injured worker, you should understand that you are not required to pay a lawyer a “re
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Why Do I Have to Go to an IME (Independent Medical Examination)?
Posted at: 11/5/2024 10:48 AM
A common question that we get from new and old clients alike is "why do I have to go to the insurance company's doctor?" It is almost 100% certain that if you have been injured at work and require medical attention, and/or have to miss time from work due to the injury, that the insurance company will have you examined by their consultant in what is called an IME or Independent Medical Examination. Typically, an IME is not "independent" and often barely qualifies as an "examination." An IME is
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Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) and New York Workers' Compensation
Posted at: 11/1/2024 4:31 PM
What is Degenerative Disc Disease?Have you had an MRI or an X-ray of your spine recently? Chances are the report says you have some degree of degenerative disc disease. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a chronic condition that occurs when the discs in your spine break down. The discs are soft, shock-absorbing cushions that separate the vertebrae in your spine. As the discs wear down, the bones in your spine rub together, which can cause pain and other issues. What Causes Degenerative Disc D
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Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Physical Therapy?
Posted at: 10/1/2024 3:57 PM
Yes, New York Workers’ Compensation covers Physical Therapy for various physical injuries. Physical Therapy is a commonly prescribed medical treatment following an injury and/or surgery. The Board has issued Medical Treatment Guidelines for many body parts, most of which include Physical Therapy. Generally, 12 visits are authorized following an injury. If your doctor feels you need more than 12 visits, a Prior Authorization Request, or PAR, must be submitted. This is done through the OnBoa