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1. What should an employee do if he/she is hurt after hours?

Notify supervisor immediately. Injured worker may seek treatment at an emergency room or one of the three physicians on the Panel.

2. Are prescriptions covered?

Prescriptions written by the Authorized Treating Physician may be approved. The first prescription must be filled at Blount Discount Pharmacy to avoid out of pocket expense.

3. Can an employee go to his/her doctor or chiropractor of choice?

The employee "must" choose from the Employees Choice of Physician Medical Panel. Chiropractic care and Personal Care Physicians are not authorized by the Blount County Workers' Compensation Program.

4. Can an employee be reimbursed for the mileage to/from workers’ compensation physician appointment?

Yes. The employee is reimbursed for travel beyond a 15 mile radius, or a 30 mile round trip of home or work. The current mileage rate is based on the current mileage allowance for state employees.

A mileage form must be completed by employee and submitted to Risk Management for reimbursement. A mileage form can be obtained through the Risk Management office. 

5. What should an employee do if he/she receives a medical bill?

Submit it to Risk Management office and contact Lindsey Jackson at 865-273-5771.

6. When do workers’ compensation benefits end?

When an employee returns to work.

7. Can an employee be terminated for reporting a work related injury?

No.