The next workers compensation tip of the day is about the process of filing a petition to reopen. In workers compensation cases, a petition to reopen is a specific procedural step that occurs when your case has reached maximum medical improvement. Initially, you receive supportive care to address your injuries, but over time, your condition may worsen due to the deterioration of the industrial injury and the effects of aging. If you find yourself in this situation and require active care again to improve your situation, it is crucial to file a petition to reopen. To support your petition, you must obtain a medical report from your physician, highlighting the deterioration of your medical condition. Therefore, during the period of supportive care, make sure to consult only with the assigned supportive care doctor and request them to document any changes in your medical condition. By doing so, you will enhance your eligibility for filing a petition to reopen.
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