Tag Archives: Maryland Workers Comp
Are They Going to Stop My Pain Medicine?
Current State of Affairs: It is not a secret that there is an opioid crisis in this country. In recent months there has been a push by government to help cure this crisis. There are reports that pharmacies are in short supply of many opioid medications, and many doctors have refused to prescribe them… Read More »
Can I Choose My Own Pharmacy?
If I can choose my own doctor can I choose my own pharmacy? Several times a week we receive calls from clients that they are at their local pharmacy and their prescription was denied. This can often be the pharmacy that will not call the insurance adjuster, the insurance adjuster that does not respond… Read More »
Why is it taking so long for my medical bills to be paid?
HCFA Forms Maryland Workers’ Compensation laws require that medical bills be submitted on HCFA forms. These are standard billing forms used by most insurance companies that have fields for the appropriate and necessary CPT (current procedures terminology) codes. However, some practitioners may not be aware that this is a requirement for workers’ compensation claims… Read More »
Advice for the Apprehensive Injured Worker
A few times a week I get a call from an injured worker who is considering filing a workers’ compensation claim but is concerned about the repercussions that may take place after filing. While it is understandable, and in certain circumstances a very real concern that an employer may retaliate against an injured worker… Read More »
Where Do I File My Workers’ Compensation Claim – Maryland or D.C.?
It is sometimes very obvious where an injured workers should file his workers’ compensation claim following an on-the-job injury.For example, if the injured worker lives in the District of Columbia, and has always worked for his employer in the District, and gets injured in the District, then the claim for workers’ compensation benefits naturally… Read More »
Don’t Forget The Mileage
The workers’ compensation process is not always a quick one, and in most cases, it is a slow and steady uphill battle. Oftentimes, it can take several months after you sustain a work injury before any workers’ compensation benefits kick in. For this reason, it is important to stay organized from the beginning and… Read More »