Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 41, Sections 100, 100B and 111F, set the
standard for Massachusetts cities and towns to handle the medical
claims and continue compensation for those police and firefighters
injured in the line of duty. Cook & Company has developed a
program to assist Massachusetts cities and towns to manage these
claims according to the requirements of state law.
At Cook & Company, we:
Review all medical bills
Medical bills are reviewed for appropriateness and discounted to
the rates established by the Massachusetts Rate Setting Commission
for industrial accidents.
Review reporting and administrative
procedures
Cook & Company will meet with Chiefs and Administrators to establish
protocols for the most efficient reporting and distribution of information.
Coordinate medical case management
Regular contact is made with attending medical professionals in
order to monitor treatment and progress. Cook & Company assists
with scheduling second opinions and rehabilitation services.
Maintain contact with injured employees
Regular contact is made with injured employees to monitor treatment
and to encourage the earliest appropriate return to work.
At the completion of treatment and after consultation with treating
physicians and/or independent physicians, Cook & Company will
recommend reinstatement of the employee to his/her full time position,
return to "light duty", if that is an option, or disability
retirement.
Our continuing contact also serves to assure the injured employee
of the employer's concern for their well-being and safe re-entry
into
the workplace.
