Columbus Orthopaedics treats on-the-job injuries for workers and employers in Columbus, Starkville and the Golden Triangle, from sprains and fractures to back injuries that need surgery. Our workers’ compensation team coordinates authorizations, paperwork, and return-to-work planning, and our physical therapy department is in the same building. We also offer second opinions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and employer medical examinations (EMEs).
Work-injury visits are available at our Columbus clinic and Starkville clinic. Therapy is on-site in Columbus and at Starkville physical therapy.
We understand the complicated and time-sensitive process for work-related injuries and Workers’ Compensation coordination. Our team will work with you to ensure your employees receive the highest quality of care and return to work in a timely manner.
Our trained staff and board-certified physicians are dedicated to providing specialized service to meet the needs of the patient as well as the employer in an effective and efficient manner
Offerings Available from Our Workers’ Compensation Team
- Second Medical Opinions
- Independent Medical Examinations (IME)
- Employer Medical Examinations (EME)
- Individualized Correspondence Processing
- Work Comp Urgent Care
- Functional Capacity Evaluations
- Impairment Ratings
- Patient Care Navigator
- Access to the On-Site Physical Therapy Department and Physicians, including Industrial Rehab and Functional Capacity Evaluations
- Return-to-Work Options
Common questions about work injuries
Can I choose my own doctor for a work injury in Mississippi?
Mississippi law lets an injured worker accept the doctor the employer provides or pick one competent physician of their own choosing, plus specialists that physician refers them to. That is your one choice of treating physician. See MWCC General Rule 1.9 and Miss. Code Ann. § 71-3-15. The statute says that, except in an emergency, choosing more doctors or getting more referrals must be approved by the employer. Read more: choosing your doctor after a work injury.
What should I bring to my first work-injury visit?
Bring your photo ID, your employer’s contact information, and your claim number and adjuster information if you have them. Employers can send the Workers’ Compensation Initial Authorization Form ahead of the visit.
Do you work with employers and insurance carriers?
Yes. Our team handles individualized correspondence with employers and carriers and gives return-to-work guidance after each visit. Information for employers.
Do you provide independent medical examinations and second opinions?
Yes. We provide second medical opinions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and employer medical examinations (EMEs). Our IME and second opinion office policy is available on our Patient Resources page.
