Hearthstone Manor v. Glenna M. Stuart 153 Argued and submitted August 18, 2003, affirmed February 11, 2004 In the Matter of the Compensation of Glenna M. Stuart, Claimant. HEARTHSTONE MANOR, Petitioner , u. Glenna M. STUART, Respondent. 01-07907; A119321 84 P3d 208 Cite as 192 Or App 153 (2004) 154-a CJS, Workmen’s Compensation§ 240. Judicial … Read more
Paying employers to help injured workers stay on the job Stay at Work is one of our financial incentive programs. We reimburse employers for some of their costs when they provide temporary, light-duty jobs for injured workers while they heal. Eligible employers can be reimbursed for: 50% of the base wages they pay to the injured worker. … Read more
Injured workers who found themselves without a remedy when their work injury claims were denied were given another option when the Oregon Supreme Court issued its opinion in Smothers v. Gresham Transfer, Inc.(1) in May 2001. Terry Smothers filed an “occupational disease” claim for a lung disorder developed after exposure to fumes and mist containing … Read more
Your patient suffered an injury on the job. The injury is an accepted Workers’ Compensation claim. The workers’ comp insurance carrier (“the insurer”) has been paying your bills. Now, you think your patient needs surgery. The surgery is not needed as an emergency measure to preserve life, function or health, but you believe surgery will … Read more
Injured workers who found themselves without a remedy when their work injury claims were denied were given another option when the Oregon Supreme Court issued its opinion in Smothers v. Gresham Transfer, Inc. in May 2001. Terry Smothers filed an “occupational disease” claim for a lung disorder developed after exposure to fumes and mist containing sulfuric … Read more
Your patient suffered an injury on the job. The injury is an accepted Workers’ Compensation claim. The comp insurance carrier (“the insurer”) has been paying your bills. Now, you think your patient needs surgery. Although not needed as an emergency measure to preserve life, function or health, you believe surgery is required to help your … Read more
You may be among those physicians who found the emergence of managed care organizations (“MCO’s”) unsettling. The idea of others judging and second-guessing your treatment decisions and fees did not appeal to you. Well, MCO’s appear to be here to stay. Oregon has extensive administrative rules governing the delivery of medical services through MCO’s (OAR … Read more
It has come to our attention that some doctors’ offices are wary of treating persons involved in motor vehicle accidents. Perhaps there are concerns about long delays in getting the medical bills paid or not being paid at all. This article looks at legal provisions for paying the medical bills of persons injured in motor … Read more