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HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - piscesjavagirl - 10-29-2008 11:44 PM
I am currently recieving physical therapy for a horribly sprained ankle which happened at work. I am also looking for other employment and have interviews scheduled.
I live in Wisconsin.
If I quit my job, with two weeks notice, and start a new job, but am still needing physical therapy for my injury, does the employer have to pay for the medical bills until the injury is released by the medical professionals?
I've searched through the WI state area, but can't find anything on it.
Thanks to whomever responds! I appreciate it!
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - oblivyous - 10-29-2008 11:58 PM
Hi Pisces , I dont know the answer to your question but i just wanted to say Hi and to let you know that someone will eventually come along who can answer . Sher
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - piscesjavagirl - 10-30-2008 12:02 AM
Thank you so much oblivyous!
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - buildergirl1973 - 10-30-2008 12:09 AM
hi welcome to the forum. why are you looking for another job?
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - piscesjavagirl - 10-30-2008 12:13 AM
Because I am moving.
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - buildergirl1973 - 10-30-2008 12:17 AM
did you file a wc claim? are you receiving benefits? are you working now and if so do you have restrictions?
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - piscesjavagirl - 10-30-2008 12:21 AM
Yes, I've filed a claim. I've had to go to physical therapy for 2 weeks now. I've been on restrictions (sit down work only). I am looking for other employment. Have interviews lined up already. If I quit my job before I'm totally healed, does the employer still have to pay for my medical treatment, or will it then come out of my pocket? I live in WI, if that matters. Any help would be appreciated.
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - AQA - 10-30-2008 12:27 AM
YES, the medical care will follow you. You are not locked into employment with a company because you got injured while working there.
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - RNvic - 10-30-2008 12:31 AM
Welcome to the forum, I am not sure but the present employer is responsble for the treatment. If you are recieving TTD payment they can stop when you resign, but needed care should continue until you reach MMI
RE: HELP! What if I find different job while still being treated for injury, who pays? - piscesjavagirl - 10-30-2008 12:33 AM
Thank you SO much! I wanted to find out before I find another job and have to give notice. I appreciate your help!