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Should you let a work comp adjuster to go in with you at the Doctor?
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∙ 12y ago
Your doctor's word and reports to WCB should be good enough, and say "NO!" She has a right to contact your doctor on reports and discussions about your case only related to the injury you have and nothing more! I would suggest that you speak with your doctor about this and you can do this over the phone. His office ass't may even know.
You can also go onto www.Workmen's Compensation Board in the State of ________ and get all the information and rules and regulations you want. I suggest you do this before you ruffle this gal's feathers.
Good luck Marcy
Yes, because of the protection of HIPAA laws. However, unless the physician is approved by the WCI provider the claim can be legally denied if sufficient supportable evidence of injury is not provided.
In other words, a visit to the neighborhood chiropractor is not going to be deemed adequate medical proof for establishing a valid claim.
AnswerShort answer: no, but be sure to express in front of her, to the doctor, the amount of pain you are experiencing and any effects of the drugs you may be taking, etc. etc.She is just there to record and "move the process" possibly to a new doctor. In my case, the nurse only attended one of these appointments.
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In Washington state you must comply with the Nurse Case Manager assigned to your claim. If not this is considered being "non compliant" and benefits can be suspended.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 12y agoI don't understand why a worker's compensation (worker's comp) adjuster would even attend your doctor's appointment. And, NO, absolutely you do not have to allow ANYone else in with you when you see your physician. A physician-patient relationship is protected by privacy laws. When you bring any person in to the exam room, you are in effect giving up your right to privacy.
However, the worker's compensation employee WILL be sent a report from each physician. As long as you pursue (go after) worker's comp benefits, you will always have your privacy rights set aside with the written reports. If you have not done so already, DO seek an attorney-- he or she can help protect your rights as a patient.
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