Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Risk Management - Workers' Compensation
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Risk Management - Workers' Compensation
Notify supervisor immediately. Injured worker may seek treatment at an emergency room or one of the three physicians on the Panel.
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Risk Management - Workers' Compensation
Prescriptions written by the Authorized Treating Physician may be approved. The first prescription must be filled at Blount Discount Pharmacy to avoid out of pocket expense.
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Risk Management - Workers' Compensation
The employee "must" choose from the Employees Choice of Physician Medical Panel. Chiropractic care and Personal Care Physicians are not authorized by the Blount County Workers' Compensation Program.
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Risk Management - Workers' Compensation
Yes. The employee is reimbursed for travel beyond a 15 mile radius, or a 30 mile round trip of home or work. The current mileage rate is based on the current mileage allowance for state employees.
A mileage form must be completed by employee and submitted to Risk Management for reimbursement. A mileage form can be obtained through the Risk Management office.
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Submit it to Risk Management office and contact Lindsey Jackson at 865-273-5771.Risk Management - Workers' Compensation
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When an employee returns to work.Risk Management - Workers' Compensation
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No.Risk Management - Workers' Compensation