Q: GA catastrophic w/c case WC 207 violation or not?
Can a rehab case manager send my medical records at will to any facility as she wishes? My records were sent to a rehab facility without a signed WC207, ATP had not authorized nor recommended the facility, and I never went to this facility, dates and facts are in writing. This was just one of those workers who was let do as she pleased, she played dr and atty and had no problem stating dr did not properly diagnose and had prescribed medicine inappropriately. My records have been sent out to drs I haven't seen since signing WC207 and I don't feel this is appropriate but I guess its allowed by law. Due to another serious issue worker was removed but damage remains due to her actions. Was it a violation for her to send records without a signed WC207? Also, if this is a was a violation of hippa, would a work comp atty have to pursue or is there hope of another type atty being interested, cat rehab are third party as I understand it.
A: Unfortunately, the answer is yes based on what you’ve written here. There’s an entire team essentially working against your best interest in the name of saving money. Get an experienced workers comp attorney on your team so you can know your rights and options. Otherwise they will just keep doing as they please and taking advantage.
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