It can be a difficult time after sustaining a workplace injury. By following the procedures outlined below, the workers' compensation process will be as simple and smooth for you as possible.

The sooner the Bureau of Workers' Compensation hears about the claim, the sooner the injured worker can receive benefits when the claim is allowed. Time is the key factor in being able to deliver prompt and courteous service to Ohio's workforce. Immediately after a workplace injury, there are four things you should do.

1. Seek medical attention.
2. Tell your employer you have been injured. Ask your employer if you need to fill out an internal accident report.
3. Tell your doctor or emergency room the name of your managed care organization (MCO) at the time of service. They will need this information to file your claim.*
4. Ask your doctor or emergency room to file your claim with the MCO. Your doctor is required to file the claim with your MCO within 24 hours.

*If you do not know who your MCO is, ask your employer or call 1-800-OHIOBWC, and press 0. Your MCO provided your employer with MCO identification cards. If you do not have an identification card, contact your employer.