What are the guidelines for obtaining medical care if injured on the job?

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How to Obtain Medical Care

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Supervisors should familiarize themselves with how to respond before an injury occurs.

If applicable, assist employee in obtaining immediate medical care at the nearest urgent care or emergency room.  Reference “Obtaining medical care” for listing of occupational clinics/urgent care locations.  

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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal act that sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient data. Any company that deals with protected health information (PHI) must ensure that all the required physical, network, and process security measures are in place and followed.