All about WorkCover independent medical examinations A WorkCover independent medical examination involves undergoing a medical examination performed by an independent medical examiner (IME). WorkCover insurers arrange for injured workers to be assessed by IME’s from...
Do you have to attend an IME appointment? No – you cannot be compelled to attend an independent medical examination (IME). However, there are consequences for refusing to attend an IME. We’ll discuss these below. How does an insurer have the authority to send me to an...
All about WorkCover impairment claims in Victoria An impairment claim, sometimes referred to as a claim for impairment benefits or impairment benefits claim, is open to someone to pursue if they have a work related injury or illness that has resulted in permanent...
A WorkCover IME doctor disagrees with my doctor There are a number of instances during your WorkCover matter in Victoria where an independent medical examiner (IME) might disagree with your own treating doctor. Here are some of the most common: In relation to your...
Attending WorkCover medical appointments during work hours If you attend a medical appointment with a treating health practitioner during work hours, and the appointment is in relation to the treatment of your work related injury or condition, you’re entitled to be...
Will WorkCover pay for doctors? Yes, if you have an accepted WorkCover claim, you’re entitled to be paid for the costs of reasonable medical and like expenses. Part of this includes having your doctors bills paid for. WorkCover will pay for doctors bills that they...
