Workers’ Compensation laws were developed in the early 20th century to allow workers injured on the job prompt payment for medical expenses incurred, and a portion of lost wages. No longer would workers have to wait for long drawn out court cases to get help. The payment was much more assured - the court case may have been lost - but large financial settlements as compensation were also no longer possible. Companies similarly no longer had to fight cases in courts but also gave up the possibility of putting the blame on the worker or coworkers, or raising the concept of “accepted risk”. Workers’ Compensation is essentially a no fault system and instead of being fought in the courts, disputes are handled by an administrative body.

We understand the challenges you face with the workers' compensation system. When injuries and illnesses occur we can assist you by providing quality medical care with a focus on early return to productive work.

Alaska Occupational Health recognizes the complexities involved in the evaluation and management of work-related injuries. Our staff have received special training in this area, and has the knowledge, skills and abilities to assist you and your employees.

We can assist you with an early return to work orientation by:

• Providing appropriate cost-effective care with an active orientation towards function, rather than disability
• Encouraging employees to return to work by focusing on abilities
• Specifying medical restrictions, reviewing employee job descriptions, suggesting appropriate modified duties, and visiting your worksite
• Completing a Treatment/Restrictions Report at each visit and faxing this to you
• Communicating with you and others involved in case management

Please call us in the near future to further help us to understand your needs. We look forward to being of service.

Alaska Worker’s Compensation Law (opens in new window)

http://www.labor.state.ak.us/wc/wc.html