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Common Reasons Why Workers’ Compensation Claims Are Denied
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More than 39,000 nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported among Iowa’s private industry employers in 2015, resulting in an incidence rate of 3.7 cases per 100 equivalent full-time workers.*
*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
A number of valid workers’ compensation claims are denied each year.
An injured worker whose claim is denied can hire a lawyer to help with the appeal process.
Top reasons why workers’ comp claims are denied:
You failed to provide your employers’ insurance company a recorded statement
You did not report your work-related injury promptly
Top reasons why workers’ comp claims are denied:
Your employer states the injury did not occur at work or is not work-related
There is a discrepancy between your report regarding treatment and the initial medical records
Report an injury when it occurs.
Iowa law states an employee must report a work-related injury to an employer within 90 days of its
occurrence or benefits may be denied.
Consult with a lawyer before providing a recorded statement.
An employer or employer’s insurance company may request a recorded statement describing the accident. This is not required and may be detrimental to your claim. Consult with a lawyer before signing or providing a statement.
Make sure the information you provide about your accident is consistent.
Whether you are providing accident details to a co-worker, supervisor, HR person or a health care provider, be sure the information you provide is true and consistent.
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