What is modified duty and how does it work?
Modified duty positions are transitional jobs workers perform while they are recovering from a work-related injury. If a modified duty position approved by the treating physician is offered to an injured worker, the worker must accept the job or face losing compensation benefits. If the modified duty position pays less than the worker’s regular pay, the difference will be covered by compensation benefits. Contact a Pinnacol Assurance return-to-work specialist at 1-800-873-7242 or 303-361-4000 to help you develop a plan of action for employees who are faced with workplace injuries.
