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What is the policy concerning employees who already have an existing workers compensation claim and are still treating for their injury? Do they have to change treating physicians within the MPN?

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What is the policy concerning employees who already have an existing workers compensation claim and are still treating for their injury? Do they have to change treating physicians within the MPN?

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In many cases, employees receiving medical treatment from providers who are not members of the MPN will be re-directed and care transferred to a provider within the MPN. There are some exceptions, however, as provided by law. See the Transfer of Care policy for further details.