Can I be reimbursed for mileage and lost wages as a result of attending medical examinations and hearing?
A. You will not be reimbursed mileage or lost wages for attending a hearing. You can however be reimbursed mileage for attendance at examinations scheduled by your employer or the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, or if you must travel outside the area in which you reside to attend medical appointments scheduled by your physician of record if you can not obtain such services in the area in which you live. The only time you can be reimbursed for lost wages is for attendance at a medical examination scheduled by the employer. Q. What is the difference between the Bureau of Workers Compensation and a Self Insured employer? A. The Bureau of Workers Compensation makes claim decisions and payments of claims for employers who are covered under the State Fund. A Self Insured Employer has the authority to make initial decisions on allowance, treatment and payment of some forms of compensation and medical bills. Any disputes between parties are referred to the Industrial Commission for a hearing.
