Who’s involved in a workers compensation claim
Treating someone who’s been injured at work can involve working with their employer, case manager and support team.
As the Nominated Treating Doctor (NTD) for a person injured at work, you play an important role in helping them recover and return to work.
To give your patient the best chance of a smooth recovery, it’s important to understand everyone’s role in the system.
There are many different stakeholders involved in a workers compensation claim, and it takes open, collaborative communication between everyone to ensure the best outcomes for a patient.
Understanding everyone’s roles and responsibilities in the workers compensation system can enable you to provide better support to your patient, getting them back to work and achieving their recovery goals sooner.
- Employers
- Case managers
- Approved workplace rehabilitation providers
- Injury management consultants
- Independent medical examiners
- Medical Support Panel (MSP)