If you’re currently receiving workers’ compensation benefits in Minnesota, you may be wondering whether it’s okay to travel. Whether for a family emergency, a vacation, or another personal reason, the short answer is: yes, you can travel—but with caution and preparation.
At Atkinson Gerber Law Office, we understand the importance of balancing your recovery with life’s responsibilities and events. Before you pack your bags, here’s what you need to know to protect your benefits.
A Minnesota workplace injury lawyer from Atkinson Gerber can help advise you. If you have questions about your specific situation, don’t guess—call us at 651-390-9219 or contact us online to get trusted legal guidance today.
If your doctor has prescribed physical therapy, follow-up appointments, or other care, you must continue your treatment as scheduled. Missing appointments or failing to follow medical advice while traveling can put your benefits at risk.
If you plan to be away for an extended period, discuss remote treatment options with your doctor, or reschedule any critical appointments before or after your trip.
Insurance companies may monitor claimants, especially if travel is involved. Engaging in activities that seem inconsistent with your injury could jeopardize your case. Always stay within the limitations your doctor has outlined, even while on vacation.
If you travel, keep a detailed record of:
This can serve as valuable proof that you remained compliant with your treatment plan.
Yes, you should follow your doctor’s treatment plan. When you see your doctor for your workplace injury, there will be a record of your medical treatments for your case. Your doctor will also provide you with a treatment plan that consists of exercise, diet, and anything else that your doctor feels will aid in your ongoing recovery. If you ignore that plan, the insurance company may see it as evidence that your injury isn’t as serious as you claim.
By ignoring the treatment plan, you are giving the insurance company what it needs to deny your benefits. Even if you feel your injury is not severe, you should respect and follow the treatment plan just to avoid any unnecessary complications.
Sometimes, traveling can be exactly what you need to feel better about everything that’s happened to you. Be sure it doesn’t interfere with your treatment plan or make you appear completely healed and ready to work.
The legal team at Atkinson Gerber can help you make a plan. With our 50 years of combined experience with cases like yours, we can provide you with advice and even a free consultation in your home or hospital room.
Reach out to us at 651-333-3636 to speak to a team member, or contact us online to schedule a consultation.