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Q&A Bring Your Best Questions!

Episode 44 of the Breaking OWCP with Chris & Gini podcast, hosted by Chris & Gini Helms, titled "Q&A Bring Your Best Questions!" was published on June 1, 2024 and runs 48 minutes.

June 1, 2024 ·48m · Breaking OWCP with Chris & Gini

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Gini host a live Q&A session addressing various concerns related to federal work injuries and workers' compensation. They discuss updates on federal cases, offer advice on handling workman's comp claims, and respond to listener questions about termination due to injury-related time off, navigating claim denials, and understanding schedule awards. Key Highlights: Technical Setup: Initial troubleshooting of microphone issues.Case Updates: Introduc...

Episode Description

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Chris and Gini host a live Q&A session addressing various concerns related to federal work injuries and workers' compensation. They discuss updates on federal cases, offer advice on handling workman's comp claims, and respond to listener questions about termination due to injury-related time off, navigating claim denials, and understanding schedule awards.

Key Highlights:

  • Technical Setup: Initial troubleshooting of microphone issues.
  • Case Updates: Introduction of guests and updates on recent federal cases.
  • Termination and Time Off: Discussion on whether an employee can be terminated for excessive time off due to injury.
  • Workman's Comp Duration: Explanation of permissible time off under an accepted claim.
  • Upcoming Events: Announcements about union conventions and OWCP presence.
  • Travel for Medical Appointments: Advice for rural carriers on compensation for travel to medical appointments.
  • Flare-Ups and Claims: Clarification on what constitutes a flare-up and its impact on claims.
  • Surgery Denial: Tips for handling denied surgery approvals.
  • Managing Multiple Injuries: Handling claims with multiple injuries and second opinion doctors.
  • MMI (Maximum Medical Improvement): Understanding MMI and its significance.
  • Schedule Awards: Explanation and process of obtaining schedule awards.
  • Doctor's Role: Importance of detailed narrative reports from doctors to support claims.
  • Claim Denials: Strategies for dealing with denials and the appeals process.

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Call to Action:
Follow the podcast on your favorite platform and join the next live session on Wednesday at 8 PM Eastern. Submit questions in advance to ensure they are addressed during the show.


Join us next week for more expert advice on navigating federal work injuries and workers' compensation claims.

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