Orthopedic Specialist Offer Tips on Choosing Worker Comp Provider

Lufkin, TX – For Immediate Release – When an orthopedic injury occurs at your place of employment such as a broken hand, fractured foot, or torn ligament, time is of the essence. Not only do you need immediate care, but you also need to find the right place to get comprehensive care that will help you get back to work sooner, minimizing the amount of lost wages.

Direct orthopedic care (DOC) facilities have been gaining popularity lately due to their ability to manage worker compensation claims and their immediate access to orthopedic surgeons specializing in trauma. “When workers are injured, choosing a Board-certified orthopedic specialist can help ensure they receive quality care from experienced professionals,” says Dr. Merritt Pember, Orthopedic Surgeon at Direct Orthopedic Care in Lufkin, TX. He added that orthopedic centers focused on early intervention and individualized treatment plans have the most beneficial patient outcomes.

“When searching for a provider, look for experience, same-day service with minimal wait times, and a facility that gives you access to the latest techniques in diagnostics and treatment methods,” says Dr. Pember. You’ll want to find an orthopedic specialist that offers conservative care, meaning that they use the most powerful, yet least-invasive methods to heal your injury quickly.

Dr. Pember notes that while hospitals are wonderful places, they aren’t necessary for orthopedic injuries if you have access to DOC. “The emergency room simply gives pain medication and splints a fracture, then refers you to a specialist which can take days to get into. A direct care facility can treat patients immediately after a work injury so you can bypass the ER and begin the healing process immediately,” notes Carter.

To learn more about how a direct orthopedic care can help manage worker compensation claims in Lufkin, please visit http://doctexas.com/workers-compensation/ . Or call (936) 634-0062.

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