Understanding Medical Bills After a Work Accident
Following a work accident, an injured employee may be hounded by collectors for outstanding balances with various medical providers.
- Hospitals
- Doctors' offices
- Physical therapy offices
Submitting Bills to a Managed Care Organization
In Ohio, if the injured employee has an allowed workers' comp claim, those bills should be submitted to a Managed Care Organization (MCO) or a self-insured employer.
The bill will need to be related to the work injury, or it is unlikely to be paid.
Disputed Medical Bill Payments
This can be a point of contention, as the MCO or employer might deny payment. They may argue the bill is unrelated to the work injury and/or the conditions allowed or recognized in the claim.
The bill will need to be related to the work injury or it is unlikely to be paid.
Seeking Assistance with Unpaid Bills
If you are struggling with getting your bills paid and believe they are related to a work injury, feel free to use the contact form below or call one of our experienced attorneys at 513-737-5180.
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