Legal Question in Workers Comp in California
HR Access to Work Comp Medical Records
Does a company's HR dept have the right to review my detailed work comp medical records to deny a partial & limited return to work recommendation from my physician? I am a RN.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: HR Access to Work Comp Medical Records
They have a right to reveiw any medical reports produced as a result of your workers comp claim. They may also have a right to review records connected to past injuries, or look to see if you had ever been in prior lawsuits, etc. However, HR depts usually do not engage in this activity. It is usually their insurance company and/or a defense firm.
Good Luck.
Re: HR Access to Work Comp Medical Records
Yes. However, their denial may be improper based upon a faulty interpretation of the medical records. Perhaps it is time to seek an AME or QME.
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