If you receive a bill and your claim has been accepted, write the claim number on the bill and forward it to Risk Management for payment. Your physician will complete the bottom half and send it to the Industrial Commission of Arizona. If you would like a referral to an Occupational Medical Specialist, contact your adjuster or agency liaison for a physician in your area. While often painful and upsetting, recovery from an occupational injury or illness can be accelerated by following the directions of medical professionals. It is not uncommon for physicians to release workers to perform some work-related activities before a full recovery is made.
Most state agencies provide temporary assignments to work in a modified capacity.
This may mean working fewer hours or shifting job duties. Check with your supervisor to find out what types of modified work opportunities are available in your department. If your physician has given specific physical restrictions and modified work is available within those restrictions, you must return to work. Failure to do so may jeopardize your benefits. However, if you pursue a claim or lawsuit, you must notify and receive approval from Risk Management prior to settlement or you can jeopardize your benefits.