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Medical Issues & Workers’ Comp

What is the Difference Between an IME and a DIME?

July 14, 2011
IME or DIME in Colorado

In Colorado, there are important differences between an IME, or Independent Medical Exam and a DIME, or Division Independent Medical Exam. An IME can be performed by any doctor. Either you or the insurance carrier can send you to a doctor for an IME to get additional information about things like: your condition, whether your injury is [...]

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How to Get Medical Care in Another State on Your Colorado Workers’ Comp. Claim

October 4, 2010
Out of state medical treatment for Colorado case

If you live in another state, and you have a Colorado claim, you may  still need medical care.  While it can be more difficult to obtain medical treatment and benefits when you are in another state, with some careful planning, it can be done.  Either you, or your attorney, should do the following : 1. [...]

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What is Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)?

September 18, 2010
MMI in Colorado

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) is when your medical condition is not expected to improve significantly. This doesn’t necessarily mean that you are well, or totally fine. You may have remaining impairments from your injury. It just means that your doctor doesn’t expect any further improvement at this point. MMI is an important milestone in your [...]

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In Colorado, What Medical Benefits Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

April 20, 2010
medical bills, Colorado

If you are injured on the job in Colorado, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance will pay the medical expenses related to your injury. Some examples of medical treatment that are covered are: Physical therapy Surgery Injections Prescriptions Follow-ups with your doctor(s) Mental health treatment, including therapy or counseling Blood work Imaging scans such as MRIs [...]

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Does Carpal Tunnel Only Happen With Repetitive Job Tasks?

January 3, 2010
carpal tunnel

Carpal tunnel syndrome happens when the muscles in the wrist swell and compress the nerve running down the arm into the hand.  This squeezing of the median nerve produces pain, numbness and tingling in the hands.  Severe cases can cause permanent nerve damage. Carpal tunnel usually happens to people whose jobs require repetitive use of the hands.  [...]

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