In 2017, 2.8 million work-related injuries and illnesses occurred in US workplaces. The following year, roughly the same number of workers became injured and sick. If you’re one of these employees, know that you have the right to fair compensation. After all, it’s very likely that you’re one of the 140 million US workers with workers’ compensation. To get your deserved coverage though, you need to get in touch with a workers’ comp doctor. You’ll be working with this medical professional throughout your workers’ comp claim. The question is, what exactly is the role of these doctors? What will they do for you. Can you choose any doctor you prefer? We’ll answer all these questions in this post, so be sure to read on! 1. A Workers’ Comp Doctor Specializes in Occupational Injuries and Illnesses A workers’ comp doctor treats people who suffered a work-related injury or illness. Many others also provide an independent medical examination for workers’ compensation claims. Their main goal ...