Rethinking Recurrence:
What Every Professional Should Know
This course is designed to provide a clear and practical understanding of recurrence claims under federal workers’ compensation. Participants will explore what qualifies as a recurrence, the types of recurrence claims, and the appropriate process for filing them. The course will offer guidance on essential documentation needed to support these claims and review best practices following medical release or return to work. Additionally, it will examine how agency actions—such as withdrawing light duty or failing to provide an alternate assignment—can affect a claim for recurrence.
Through real-world examples and case-based learning, this course will equip participants with the tools to properly recognize and manage recurrence claims, while minimizing avoidable delays or denials.
Learning Objectives:
- Define recurrence and distinguish between its types
- Understand the process for filing recurrence claims • Identify key documentation required to support a recurrence claims
- Review documentation best practices after an employee has been released or returned to work
- Examine how agency decisions, including the withdrawal of light duty, can impact recurrence claims
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Decide Without Doubt™?
