Injury Compensation Handbook

Disclaimer

The contents of this Handbook are a compilation of information provided by the United States Postal Service, the United States Department of Labor, and the National Rural Letter Carriers' Association. Any information or advice given is given with the understanding that it is not final and it should not be taken as legal advice. On issues of legal rights, you should contact your attorney, supervisor, or proper OWCP authority for final rulings.

Table of Content

1. Claims Management
   1. Types of Claims
   2. Submitting Claims
   3. Controversion and Challenge, Fraud and Abuse
   4. Rights and Benefits
   5. CA-1009 (Now that your claim is accepted)
   6. Appeal Rights
2. Medical Management
   1. Medical Documentation
   2. Choice of Physician and CA-16 Authorization
   3. Bill Processing
   4. Nurse Intervention
   5. Health Benefits
3. Claim Acceptance
   1. General Requirements
   2. Conditions for COP and Compensation
   3. Time Keeping and Accounting
4. Third Party Liability
   1. Third Party Claims
   2. Statement of Recovery
5. Limited Duty and Rehabilitation
6. Schedule Awards
7. Leave Buy Back
8. Dual Benefits
9. Appendix
   1. Resource Material
   2. Abbreviations and Acronyms
   3. Forms and Notices
   4. Addresses
   5. Definitions
   6. Question and Answer

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