Occupational Medicine & Work-Related Injuries
Midtown Occupational Health Services is a walk in injury care clinic exclusive to occupational medicine.
For over 35 years we have provided a customized approach to restoring health and reducing costs while maximizing productivity. We work with employers and are sensitive to special challenges as we provide highly individualized care. We believe communication is key and have representatives from our Client Services department who serve as the front-line of communication and are dedicated to work with you.
How does Worker’s Compensation work in Colorado?
When a worker is injured or develops an occupational disease due to his or her job, that worker is entitled to file a claim for Worker’s Compensation Insurance. This is an insurance policy that pays the worker expenses that were incurred as a result of the injury or disease. These expenses can include medical bills as well as wage replacement due to loss of work as a result of temporary disability.
While Worker’s Compensation might not replace every dollar lost during a health setback, it can go a long way to helping keep a worker’s head above water until he or she is once again able to go back to work.
How long do you have to report an injury at work in Colorado?
The most important one is the actual report of the injury itself. Colorado law states that a worker only has four days — that’s four calendar days, not business days — to report any injury to their employer if he or she wants to receive full compensation benefits. After those four days have passed, a worker can still report their injury, but will take a penalty that results in less compensation. The penalty equals out to one day of compensation lost for each day the injury goes unreported.
After the worker reports the injury, the employer must then report the injury to the insurance company within the next ten days. The insurance company is then allowed to take up to 20 days to review your claim and notify you of its decision of whether or not to accept your claim.
The result? Once you have been injured it can take up to 30 – 35 days before your compensation can even start!
How much does Workman’s Comp pay in Colorado?
If you are able to work on a limited basis, you are eligible to receive up to two-thirds of the difference in what you would have earned — again, up to the state-mandated max.
Does workers comp pay for time off for doctor’s appointments in Colorado?
Can I quit my job while on workers comp in Colorado?
In addition, if your injury results in long-term physical problems, it can make it more difficult for you to get or hold down a job. In situations like this, it might be necessary to file a claim for long-term disability, although this is a different topic for a different day.
What is the statute of limitations on workers compensation claims?
What is the statute of limitations on workers compensation claims?
Who is Midtown Occupational Health?
Do you provide patient care outside of occupational medicine?
How long have you been in business?
Do you treat workplace injuries?
Do you do drug and alcohol screenings?
Can you do pre-employment drug screening?
Can you screen an employee for drugs and alcohol after a workplace accident?
Do you conduct physicals?
Do you perform specialty examinations?
Yes, we can examine workers for a variety of reasons. Some of our specialty options include fit for duty exams (FFD), independent medical exams (IME), and functional capacity exams (FCE).
What is the difference between physical and occupational therapy?
Physical therapy focuses on the injury directly. Occupational therapy is designed to help patients perform regular daily activities. Both treatment options are provided, and we make sure to treat each patient as necessary to get him or her back to work as soon as possible.
Do you outsource any of your care or treatment programs?
No, we take care of everything in-house. We are doctor-owned, and our team specializes in a variety of techniques. We save our clients money by handling all aspects of work injury care and rehabilitation.
Have you ever been recognized for outstanding service in your field?
Yes, we were recently awarded “outstanding occupational medical clinic” by the group Professionals in Workers Compensation in 2018.
What is a “win-win” agreement?
We believe that the best option for our patients is to provide quality care at an affordable price. With other care providers, their primary goal is to appease their clients (employers). Our win-win agreements ensure that everyone involved gets the best benefits. Companies get a streamlined plan that helps prevent accidents and get workers back on the job quickly. Patients get the best care possible so that they can heal properly. Everybody wins.
