(Chats 7-10-19) | Federal Workers Comp: Denied Claims, Reconsiderations, and the 3-Year Filing Deadline

Welcome back to the Breaking OWCP Podcast! This week, Chris and Gini are tackling some of the most common and stressful hurdles in federal workers comp: closed claims, denied claims, and dealing with old or pre-existing injuries.If you’ve recently received a denial letter, do not give up! Chris breaks down exactly why a denial is actually a roadmap to getting your claim approved, which appeal option you must choose, and how to prevent your claim from getting closed due to "inactivity." Plus, we bust the biggest management lie regarding filing deadlines—you have much more time than they are telling you!In This Episode, We Cover:The Silver Lining of Denied Claims: Why a denial letter is actually a cheat sheet. Learn how to take the specific reason for denial directly to your doctor so they can write a targeted narrative report to fix it.The Only Appeal Option You Need: When you get a denial, always select "Reconsideration." Chris explains why this is the safest route and how it gives you a 12-month window to submit new medical evidence.Why Claims Get Closed: The #1 reason claims are shut down is inactivity (not going to the doctor or following a treatment plan). Learn how to keep your case active and how to reopen a closed claim.Filing Deadlines (Busting Management Lies): Did management tell you that you only have 14 or 30 days to file? Wrong. You have up to 3 years to file an injury claim (CA-1 or CA-2).Pre-existing Conditions: Whether it's an old sports injury or a service-connected condition for veterans, learn how your claim can still be covered if your federal job exacerbates the issue.The CA-10 Cheat Sheet: The 5 simple steps every federal employee should follow when injured at work. Print this out and put it on your bulletin board!Mentioned in this Episode:Get the latest, bite-sized OWCP rules and regulations by following Chris on Twitter: @fedinjurycenterNeed OWCP forms like the CA-10, CA-16, or CA-17? Download them for free at [Federal Injury Centers Website].Next Week's Teaser: Get your pens ready! We will be doing a deep dive into the rules, laws, and regulations that management constantly breaks—and exactly what you can do about it.Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE and follow the Breaking OWCP Podcast so you never miss a live chat!Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.comContact: 877-787-OWCP or message us FacebookTo Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.comTo Email information: [email protected] Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini