How Does Workers’ Compensation Work In Utah?
Utah’s workers’ compensation program is much like other states. There are, however, state specific mandates. The process is all the same, applying, etc. (For a more personalized assesment, please fill out our Free Case Evaluation form).
All employers in Utah are required by law to have workers’ compensation insurance. The only excluded employees may be some agricultural workers, sole proprietors, partners and members of limited liability companies, and real estate brokers. Employers are required to have workers’ compensation but it does not have to be the Utah sate workers’ compensation program. Companies are allowed to purchase their workers’ compensation insurance through independent brokers.
For employees with any on-the-job injuries, they must submit a report immediately after their injury. If they do not, they have up to 180 days to report their injury or illness. Then their employer must fill out an “Employer’s First Report of Injury or Illness” (Form 122) within 7 days of when the employee filed their report.
A doctor visit is needed to fill out a “Physician’s Initial Report of Injury or Illness” (Form 123) within 7 days of the first doctor’s office visit. The doctor you visit can only be changed once, if you are unhappy with the one you currently visit. Also, an employee is able to choose a chiropractor as their doctor. However, beyond 8 office visits to the chiropractor must be affirmed through your employer.
Coverage For Workers' Compensation In Utah
Wage replacement is covered when approved by a doctor. The doctor must approve the time off of work due to the injury or illness.
Partial wage replacement for time off of work when approved by a doctor.
Employers/carriers are required to pay medical expenses related to the injury. These can include, but do not limit, hospital bills, prescriptions, and broken appliances (glasses, etc).
These are benefits paid for if the work related injury or illness permanently disallows for the employee to work or gain money. This kind of disability can also make the injured employee eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits.
Doctors evaluate the severity of your injury or illness and determine your eligibility for Permanent Partial Impairment Benefits. Once the injured or ill employee reaches a constant state of recovery, they are paid.
Death benefits are allowed to the spouse and family if an employee is killed due to work related injury or illness. Then there is also an $8,000 payment to cover funeral and burial costs.
Travel to a pre-authorized medical care facility is paid for and reimbursed through your employer. This does not include travel to pharmacies. The reimbursement must be filed within one year from travel.
Service Type
Workers Compensation Law
Provider Name
John Christiansen,
642 Kirby Lane,Spanish Fork,Utah-84660,
Telephone No.801-798-4656
Area
Utah
Description
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