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What Not To Say To Your Workers’ Comp Doctor

Florida’s workers’ compensation claims statistics revealed there were 58,649 workers’ comp claims in 2020. When you file a workers’ comp case in Florida, your employer’s insurer will request an independent medical evaluation (IME) by one of their doctors. The information you give can be the success or failure of your claim. That’s why you have to be careful. Know what not to say during the workers’ comp doctor evaluation. What does a workers’ comp doctor do? Although they are not specialists, a workers’ comp doctor plays a huge role in the workers’ comp process. He/she is responsible for making sure your injuries are work-related, and whether they are as serious as you claim. Once the IME is complete, the doctor will write a report that determines whether your work injuries qualify for workers’ comp benefits. Unfortunately, there are many problems with IMEs, including unskilled doctors who barely examine the injured workers before giving their final report. Now, you may be wondering, c