Your First 2 steps following a Work Injury
Step 1- Inform your employer and fill out an accident report
As soon as your injury occurs, report it to your supervisor. Tell them exactly what happened. Make sure to complete an internal accident report right away with them.
Whether your injury developed over time or occurred due to an accident, file your worker’s compensation claim right away. You don’t want the statute of limitations to lapse. Filing your claim immediately will ensure you don’t miss the deadline.
Step 2- Seek medical attention at Advanced Orthopedics & Physical Therapy
For your work injury, you must see an Ohio BWC certified provider for your medical bills to be paid. All of our experienced physicians are certified by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) and can become your physician of record (POR). We are Accepting and Treating State and Federal workers’ compensation injuries, come see us at one of our 3 convenient locations. We are here to help you with ALL the paperwork so you can focus on getting better! We will help you navigate the BWC system to assist you in getting the benefits to which you are entitled.
(In the event of a medical emergency, immediately call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. You can treat with any doctor/hospital for your first initial visit/treatment. Make sure to tell them your injuries happened at work)
Advanced Orthopedics & Physical Therapy (AOPT) 3 locations:
Warrensville Hts./Beachwood 216-378-9390
Lakewood/Cleveland 216-941-5656
Euclid 216-261-7715
