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Workers’ Compensation Care at OrthoMO

Expert Orthopedic Care for Work-Related Injuries

Workers’ compensation is a state-regulated system designed to provide medical care and support when an employee is injured or develops a condition related to their work.  Its purpose is to ensure injured workers receive appropriate, medically necessary care to support recovery, achieve maximum medical improvement (MMI) when appropriate, and return to work safely and efficiently as possible.

At OrthoMO, we specialize in the evaluation and treatment of work-related injuries.  Our physicians provide care for a wide range of orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, from initial diagnosis and conservative treatment through surgical care, rehabilitation, and final evaluations.

A Coordinated Approach to Your Recovery

We believe a successful recovery begins with a clear diagnosis, an individualized treatment plan, and coordinated care.  As a trusted provider for injured workers, our physicians work closely with patients and the professionals involved in their care, including employers, nurse case managers, insurance adjusters, therapists, and other members of the care team.

Through clear communication and collaboration, we keep everyone informed of the patient’s treatment, progress, work status, and next steps, creating a more streamlined path from injury to recovery.

Our goal is to help every injured worker recover safely and effectively and return to work when medically appropriate.

From Injury to Recovery

  • Comprehensive orthopedic evaluation
  • Individualized treatment plans
  • Conservative care whenever appropriate
  • Physical therapy, injections, bracing and other non-operative treatments
  • Surgical care when necessary 
  • Work Status and return-to-work recommendations
  • Coordinated communication throughout treatment
  • MMI (maximum medical improvement) and final rating evaluations when appropriate
The right specialist. The right treatment plan. A coordinated path to recovery.

Workers' Compensation Physicians

Mahesh R. Bagwe, MD

Lower extremity

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David M. Brown, MD, FACS

Hand, wrist, elbow

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Lyndon B. Gross, MD, PhD

Shoulder, elbow, knee

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Van S. Krueger, MD, MBA

Trauma, Sports Medicine, and Shoulders

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Husam T. Nawas, MD, FAAOS

Hip, shoulder, knee

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Michael Pompliano, MD

Spine

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