Under Virginia's Workers' Compensation Statute, after a claim for medical benefits is approved, the injured worker's employer is responsible for providing medical treatment as long as necessary. Medical benefits do not end after a certain period of time or after expenses reach a particular ceiling.

The Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission and workers' compensation insurance system help ensure that medical care is accessible to individuals who are hurt on the job.

What Types of Medical Expenses Are Covered by Virginia's Workers' Compensation Insurance System?

Virginia's workers' compensation insurance system pays for wide-ranging medical treatments and expenses, including:

·       Doctor's visits 

·       Hospitalization

·      Physical therapy

·      Prescription drugs

·      Medical Tests

·      Prostheses

Workers' compensation insurance should also reimburse your mileage for travel to and from authorized doctor visits.

How Do I Choose a Doctor?

Under Virginia law, your employer should provide you with a panel of at least three doctors from which to select your authorized treating physician. Your authorized treating physician may refer you to other health care providers.

An injured employee who refuses to be treated by one of the three panel physicians, without adequate justification, may lose their workers' compensation benefits.

How Long Will My Medical Treatment Be Paid by Workers' Compensation Insurance?

The medical treatment of your workplace injury will be covered as long as necessary, now and into the future.

Importantly, your coverage may end if you fail to comply with the medical treatment plan. In Virginia, medical benefits may be suspended if an injured employee fails to cooperate with the treating physician.

Ackerman & Falcon Helps Injured Virginians Receive the Medical Care They Deserve

At Ackerman & Falcon, we know that quality medical care is critical to any injured worker. Workplace injuries often require complex and long-term medical care and treatment plans.

If you have questions about your claim for workers' compensation insurance benefits, including the type and duration of medical benefits, we can help. Let us review your claim and answer any questions you have about your medical benefits. 

To discuss your case with Ackerman & Falcon, call us at 703-288-1400 or schedule a free consultation online.