You may request a continuance by submitting the Request for Continuance form to your local IC office or regional Hearing Administrator . Injured workers must attend a properly scheduled employer's medical examination. Failure to do so will result in a suspension of activity in the claim file. Submit a written request stating the reason for the subpoena to the regional Hearing Administrator . Please include appropriate names and addresses for issuance of the subpoena.
Physician examiners assess and give opinions on impairment.
Disability is the effect impairment has on the injured worker's ability to work. Commission hearing officers determine disability. Written complaints concerning specific examinations are investigated and answered by Medical Services personnel. Be assured that the physicians conducting examinations on behalf of the IC meet specified credentials and are provided training opportunities as well as a manual of IC medical policy. Examination reports are also screened for consistency and completeness.