I injured my back on the job. When I went to a doctor for treatment he refused to handle my case, saying he didn't accept workers' comp cases; can he do this?

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I injured my back on the job. When I went to a doctor for treatment he refused to handle my case, saying he didn't accept workers' comp cases; can he do this?

Yes, unless a doctor has already begun treatment they can refuse to accept a workers' compensation case.

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