What You Need to Know if a Nurse Case Manager Has Been Hired for Your Worker's Compensation Case
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30 May 2017
If you have filed a worker's compensation claim and have been assigned a nurse case manager, there are a few important things to understand. Nurse case managers are supposed to act as third parties or liaisons between you, the insurance company, and your medical team. However, nurse case managers who are paid by the insurance company may not act as an independent person. Here's what you need to do if you have been assigned a nurse case manager.
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Two Auto Accident Injuries That May Take Awhile To Show Up
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23 May 2017
Not all car accidents result in immediately identifiable injuries. Sometimes issues can take awhile to show up, depending on which body part is affected, the severity of the accident, and other factors. Here are two injuries that may not appear right away and how to handle this issue when filing an accident claim.
Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injuries
It's commonly believed the brain is attached to the skull, but this is not true.
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Denied Disability For Treatment Non-Compliance? 6 Reasons You Are Justified To Do So
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18 May 2017
If you recently filed for disability benefits, your doctor advised you to stick to your medical treatment plan. If however, you do not continue to follow your doctor's prescribed treatment path, Social Security can deny your claim. It is assumed you are able to work after all since you did not:
Take your medication Undergo any recommended surgery Follow other treatment advice, such as attend physical therapy Fortunately, you may still be able to collect disability if it is determined that you stopped your treatment in any way due to certain justifications.
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2 Things You Should Know About Filling A Lawsuit Against A Doctor
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17 May 2017
If you have had a bad experience with a doctor or a medical professional you might be wondering if you could file a personal injury lawsuit against that person. Medical malpractice lawsuits are common, and in some cases, they provide a lot of financial relief to the affected party. However, before you file a lawsuit you need to consider a couple things. Here are some tips.
Have You Talked To The Hospital Or Doctor First?
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