Your employer has to pay all reasonable medical bills. Period.
Lately we've seen a lot of cases where people looking for an Illinois work comp lawyer are being told that even though their doctor recommends physical therapy or surgery, it's not going to be approved. I spent 30 minutes with a physical therapist this morning whose clients are continually being denied treatment by medical management companies.
The Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission rules are clear. If the treatment is reasonable and related then it should be covered. Treatment should not be denied unless the insurance company has a medical opinion from a doctor that says the treatment is not necessary or not related to a work injury.
The good news is that when this non-sense happens we can file what is called a Section 19b petition for immediate hearing. We can also file a petition for penalties and fees that works kind of like punitive damages.
When you are dealing with nonsense you can either roll over and take it or send a message that it's not acceptable.
We are workers' compensation attorneys that help people with Illinois work injuries anywhere in IL via our statewide network of attorneys. Contact us and we will answer your questions or find the right lawyer for your situation.
