Key Considerations When Selecting A Clinic To Treat Your Injured Employees

Amaxx: Is there anything else employers should look for during a visit to the prospective clinic?
Dr. Dubin: When everything is done on site it is sometimes a double-edged sword because although it is more convenient for the worker and fewer logistical issues for the company workers’ compensation coordinator, there is a greater possibility of over treatment. This is especially true with physical therapy is done at the same location.

Several other questions to consider:

1-Are blood draws done on site?
2-Are X-rays done on site?
3-Are spirometry tests done on site?
4-Are stress tests done on site?
5-Is physical therapy done on site?
6-Are drug and alcohol screen done on site?
7-Do they do pre-employment tests performed?
8-Do the nurses/doctor call the injured worker to check on their condition the day following the visit?
9-How workplace-friendly is the office. For example, how do they coordinate with the workplace before placing a worker on lost time?
10-Are they open to visiting the work site?

David Dubin, MD. is an emergency room physician who serves as a medical advisor for several companies. Formerly president of Aon Medical Consultants, he has been helping employers and insurance companies develop innovative cost containment programs and reduce workers comp costs for over 20 years. He can be reached at: MD@WorkersCompKit.com or 860-553-6604.

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