03-04-2021, 08:18 PM
I have a case which started in 2003 when I herniated a disk in my neck. I have had three fusion surgeries, one in 2003, one in 2018 which didn't take, and another in 2019. I am 69 years old and have been disabled since 2005. I
have had no taxable income since 2003.
My neurosurgeon does not believe I am ready to return to work at this time. He
is pressured by the case manager for a work release, as she is unwilling to accept his opinion. Therefore, the case manager has twice attempted to fabricate a work release. My doctor has twice had to defend his opinion to clarify that he has not signed a work release. My attorney defended me the first time and had my benefit restored. This second time, he wants me to go along and acquiesce to the case managers request. I am confused!
Isn't the point in question important to my case?
My neck, arms and shoulders are still impacted by my injury. I am receiving treatment for these continuing problems. Due to my age and my condition, after being disabled as long as I have, it is a misrepresentation for me to currently state that I believe I can return to work? My attorney advised that this is normal procedure, is this true? If I am currently unable to return to work do to the extent and length of my injury and my doctor
agrees, isn't this important? Should I get another opinion before agreeing to the insurance carrier's position?
Kosmo
State of Arizona
have had no taxable income since 2003.
My neurosurgeon does not believe I am ready to return to work at this time. He
is pressured by the case manager for a work release, as she is unwilling to accept his opinion. Therefore, the case manager has twice attempted to fabricate a work release. My doctor has twice had to defend his opinion to clarify that he has not signed a work release. My attorney defended me the first time and had my benefit restored. This second time, he wants me to go along and acquiesce to the case managers request. I am confused!
Isn't the point in question important to my case?
My neck, arms and shoulders are still impacted by my injury. I am receiving treatment for these continuing problems. Due to my age and my condition, after being disabled as long as I have, it is a misrepresentation for me to currently state that I believe I can return to work? My attorney advised that this is normal procedure, is this true? If I am currently unable to return to work do to the extent and length of my injury and my doctor
agrees, isn't this important? Should I get another opinion before agreeing to the insurance carrier's position?
Kosmo
State of Arizona