The Importance of Seeing a Certified DOL Doctor Instead of Your PCP When you sustain an injury in the course of your federal employment, navigating the complexities of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA) can be both daunting and critical for your recovery and benefit claims. One significant decision you'll face is [...]
OWCP Billing Compliance Standards for Rehab & Physiotherapy When billing for physical therapy services under the Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (DOL-OWCP) for federal workers' compensation, it is critical to adhere to specific guidelines to ensure compliance. The OWCP uses a fee schedule that dictates the maximum allowable charges [...]
5 Tips for Completing a CA-2The CA-2 form is used to report a gradual or cumulative occupational injury or disease. Here are some tips to help you complete it accurately and efficiently:1. Understand the Criteria:Gradual onset: The injury or illness must have developed over time due to your job.Multiple work shifts: The condition [...]
Unlocking Peace: Finding Mental Well-being Amid Work ChallengesIn today's fast-paced world, where work often feels like a relentless race against time, it's all too easy for our mental well-being to take a hit. Many of us experience stress, anxiety, and even more serious mental health challenges directly linked to our jobs. If you [...]
OWCP FORMSThe best resources for OWCP forms will depend on the specific program you're filing under. The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) administers four major disability compensation programs:Federal Employees Program (FEP): Provides wage replacement benefits, medical treatment, vocational rehabilitation and other benefits to certain federal employees who experience work-related injury or illness.Longshore [...]
Does the OWCP Cover Dehydration and/or Exhaustion at Work?Yes, the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) covers dehydration and exhaustion if they are caused by your work. This includes if you are working in a hot environment, doing strenuous activity, or not getting enough fluids.To file a claim for OWCP coverage, you must [...]
CA-2A Notice of RecurrenceOWCP Form CA-2a, Notice of Recurrence, is used to report a recurrence of a previously accepted work-related injury or illness. A recurrence is defined as the documented need for additional medical treatment after release from treatment by your DOL doctor for the original injury or illness. Continuing treatment for the [...]
What Is the US Dept. of Labor (DOL)? The United States Department of Labor (DOL) is a cabinet-level department of the United States government responsible for promoting the welfare of wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States by improving their working conditions, advancing opportunities for profitable employment, protecting their [...]
Code of Federal Regulations The OWCP Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is a set of regulations that govern the administration of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA). The FECA provides benefits to federal employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their employment with the federal government. The OWCP [...]
Injured working for the United States Postal Service (USPS)? If you have been injured working for the United States Postal Service (USPS), you should follow these steps: Immediately notify your supervisor of your injury. Your supervisor will need to complete an injury report, which will be used to start the workers' compensation process. [...]
