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I have since retired from my job. originally the claim was for both wrists, but surgery was done on only one. It is back in both wrists. Not looking for more money, just maybe help with medical. Do I have any options?
answered on Aug 30, 2024
In Nevada, the Workers' Compensation system allows for the reopening of claims, even after a significant amount of time has passed since the settlement of the original claim. Because your carpal tunnel condition has returned, you should seek medical assistance.
To reopen a claim, you... View More 
My cousin’s Workers Comp, claim is in management review is that a good thing? If nothing doesn’t happen, can he use his own insurance to go get his hip fix but will he lose his claim? Can he get fix and sue them later? This is so wrong and horrible! This is a serious situation! This has been... View More
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answered on Dec 7, 2023
Under Nevada law, the timeline for management review of a Workers' Compensation claim can vary. It's not necessarily fixed to 90 days; the duration can depend on the complexity of the case, the completeness of the documentation, and the workload of the reviewing entity. Being in... View More
I injured my arm at work and I had to get surgery to fix it. My work covered the surgery, medication and physical therapy. But that was 3 years ago. I got a bill from the hospital about a week ago and they're asking for 10,000 for the surgery. On the bill they sent it said something along the... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2017
You should consult with a Nevada based worker's compensation attorney. There are time limits that apply to the case and the processing of the medical bills. In some jurisdiction, the clock starts ticking after the last treatment related to the worker related injury. In some states, there... View More
Almost 2 weeks ago, I was horribly injured at work. Taken to a hospital by ambulance, bleeding. Stitched up. Did not hear from WC insurance for 4 days. Made my own appointment for a surgeon's visit. Had surgery scheduled. WC insurance cancelled the surgery at last moment. Now I am in... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2017
You should not be at the mercy or whim of the worker's compensation carrier. Get an attorney in place now. Worker's compensation attorneys know the system and how to push to get the clients the care that the clients absolutely need and deserve. Most worker's compensation attorneys... View More
medical insurance. I believe that I am now unemployed and with no medical coverage and surgery was scheduled for next week Monday. what if anything can I do?
answered on Jan 13, 2017
Apply for medical assistance. You can buy into your old plan through COBRA. You can go on the ACA website (the deadline doesn't apply to those who have been taken off employers plan). If you have a short term or long term disability plan through work or on your own that should cover it. If you... View More
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