Seeking Medical Care under Workers’ Compensation in Oregon

A work injury is a harrowing experience that can leave you with lasting stress, pain, and suffering. Luckily, injuries that you sustain at work are fully covered under Oregon’s workers’ compensation system. That means that no matter how serious your injury is, or how long you are expected to be out of work, you can always depend on having medical care under workers’ compensation in Oregon.

Mark Thesing Inc. is an attorney that is ready to help you get your workers’ compensation claim approved before you start seeking medical treatment. Your employer is obligated to have this insurance, and our attorney works with you to take advantage of this insurance policy. Contact our law office today to schedule a consultation if you are dealing with work-related injuries.

What Medical Care Is Covered

Once your claim and conditions have been accepted, the workers’ compensation insurers will typically pay for any prescription medications, medical treatments, medical appointments, and transportation needed to get you healthy again. Our workers’ compensation attorney helps you better understand what is covered so that you do not end up paying any of the bills you shouldn’t have to pay.

If your claim is denied, our attorney will stand with you to help you appeal it or petition to have your case reopened. With our help, you can streamline this process and increase your chances of success when compared to doing it by yourself.

What You Can Expect

While it might seem like gaining medical care under workers’ compensation is a stressful process, the quality of care you will receive is long-lasting and beneficial. It continues for life, and you will never be responsible for any copayments. Not only that, but it also pays medical professionals at significantly higher rates than most private health insurers do. This means the best doctors in the state are going to be happy to see you.