Workers' Compensation

Tucson Orthopaedic Institute (TucsonOrtho) physicians and therapists are ready to handle your work-related illnesses and injuries covered under workers' compensation.  With four locations, and 47 orthopaedic providers, TucsonOrtho is the local expert for work comp bone, joint or muscle disorders, restoring functionality and smiles in Southern Arizona employees from all industries.  We understand the special challenges presented by industrial injuries and illnesses and work to help Arizona employers minimize lost time, protect the employees from injury and safely rehabilitate and return the employee to work.

Our newly enhanced services include:

• Dedicated Workers Comp Specialist and Direct Line
• Priority Appointment Scheduling (see Ortho Fast Track for medically urgent cases)
• 24-Hour Office Visit and Work Status Reports
• Minimum Monthly Follow-up on Active Claims
• Evidence Based Return to Work and Discharge practices
• Impairment Ratings based upon AMA Guides 6th Edition

Our goal to return employees back to their busy lives as quickly and safely as possible is supported by:

• Accessibility for early diagnosis and treatment for the injured patient
• Ongoing communication with employers, case managers, and insurance personnel to provide prompt conservative treatment
• Board certified fellowship trained expertise across multiple orthopaedic subspecialties - delivering customized care for each concern 

With Tucson Orthopaedic Institute's unparalleled number of fellowship-trained surgeons, our commitment to orthopaedic research and up-to-date technology, you can feel confident when referring work comp patients to our practice. Plus, our on-site physical therapy facilities and coordinated patient care set us well apart from other providers.

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As a convenience, injured workers may print and complete their portion of the Arizona Workers & Physicians Report of Injury Form. This form must be completed in full and submitted at time of appointment for your claims to be processed. There is no electronic submission. Forms are also available at TucsonOrtho offices.

For locations and phone numbers go to Find a Location

Ortho Fast Track for On the Job Injuries:

Occupational health and industrial care partners use Tucson Orthopaedic Institute to facilitate employees return to work quickly. TucsonOrtho has created the Ortho Fast Track to care for those unexpected workplace injuries quickly. Expedited x-rays and treatment helps avoid serious complications and TucsonOrtho provides the appropriate sub-specialist follow up for optimum recovery. Offering the convenience of four locations and most major insurance carriers, TucsonOrtho has become one-stop-shopping for orthopaedic care.

As a single organization that also has therapy, research and training capabilities, TucsonOrtho's unique breadth provides for specialists that share experience, insights and expertise to develop effective, definitive medical solutions for each unique patient.