Aligned Integrated Health
Arizona Workers Comp and Chiropractic Care
A Clear Path After a Work Injury
Yes, workers comp can cover chiropractic care in Arizona when it is part of treating an accepted work injury. Arizona’s system is overseen by the Industrial Commission of Arizona, and the steps you take early, reporting the injury, seeing a doctor and filing your claim, shape how smoothly your care goes. If you are looking for an Arizona workers comp chiropractor, Aligned Integrated Health helps injured workers through our workers comp chiropractic care in Scottsdale.
This page explains how workers comp works in Arizona in plain terms. It is general information, not legal advice. For questions about your specific claim, contact the Industrial Commission of Arizona or an attorney.
- Experience caring for injured workers in Scottsdale
- Thorough records for your claim from the first visit
- Gentle care with no cracking or popping
How Does Workers Comp Work in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers carry workers compensation insurance, and the Industrial Commission of Arizona, often called the ICA, oversees claims. Here are the key steps after a work injury.
Key Features:
- Report the Injury: Tell your employer as soon as possible, and get medical care for the injury.
- File Your Claim: A claim must be filed with the ICA within one year of the injury, with limited exceptions.
- Choose Your Care: After any one-time visit your employer may require, most workers can choose their own physician.
Choosing Your Doctor on an Arizona Workers Comp Claim
Who you can see, and how to change doctors, are the questions we hear most.
Can a Chiropractor Treat a Work Injury in Arizona?
Yes. Arizona’s workers compensation rules define a physician to include licensed practitioners of the healing arts, which includes chiropractors. A chiropractor can evaluate and treat a work injury and document your progress for the claim.
Do You Get to Choose Your Doctor?
According to the Industrial Commission of Arizona, your employer may have you seen by a doctor of the employer’s choice one time. After that visit, you may go to a physician of your choice. The main exception is a small number of self-insured employers with contracted medical care on file with the ICA, whose employees must use the employer’s contracted doctors. If you are not sure which applies to you, ask your employer or the ICA.
How to Change Doctors
Once you have returned to a doctor for a second visit, that doctor becomes your attending physician. After that, there are three ways to change: your attending physician refers you to another doctor, the insurance carrier approves the change, or the ICA approves a written application from you.
How to File a Workers Comp Claim in Arizona
Report the injury to your employer right away. The claim itself is filed with the Industrial Commission of Arizona, generally within one year of the injury, using the ICA’s Worker’s Report of Injury form. The ICA Claims Division can answer questions about forms and deadlines at (602) 542-4661.
Can a Chiropractor Put You on Work Restrictions?
As your treating provider, a chiropractor can document your condition and recommend activity modifications or work restrictions based on your exam. How those recommendations are applied depends on your employer and your claim.
How We Help Injured Workers
Dr. Dan evaluates your injury, explains his findings, and builds a care plan that may include gentle Pro Adjuster adjustments, chiropractic with rehabilitation and massage therapy. If your injury built up over time from repeated tasks, see our page on repetitive strain injuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does workers comp cover chiropractic in Arizona?
It can, when chiropractic care is part of treating an accepted work injury. Chiropractors are licensed practitioners under Arizona’s workers compensation rules.
Can I choose my own doctor for workers comp in Arizona?
In most cases, yes, after any one-time visit with a doctor your employer chooses. Employees of certain self-insured employers with contracted care must use the employer’s doctors.
How long do I have to file a workers comp claim in Arizona?
Generally one year from the date of the injury, with limited exceptions. Contact the ICA if you have questions about your deadline.
Do you see workers comp patients in Scottsdale?
Yes. Call (480) 661-1977 and tell us it is a work injury so we can help with the details.
Get Care for a Work Injury in Scottsdale, AZ
Aligned Integrated Health is at 10752 North 89th Place, Suite C130 in Scottsdale. Dr. Daniel J. Gerwig, D.C. has been practicing since 2001 and sees patients here himself. Most insurances are accepted and walk-ins are welcome.
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