Join Chris and Gini for another informative OWCP chat as they break down three critical forms every federal employee should know about. Fresh from successful training sessions in Detroit and Phoenix with Mail Handlers unions, they share essential insights about travel reimbursement, medical expenses, and getting paid for time off.
Key Topics Covered:
OWCP Form 957 - Travel Reimbursement
- Get reimbursed for mileage up to 100 miles round trip for medical appointments
- Covers airfare, hotels, taxi, Uber/Lyft with advance authorization
- Must submit within 12 months of incurred expense
- Required documentation: Google Maps printout and appointment verification
OWCP Form 915 - Medical Expense Reimbursement
- Reimburse out-of-pocket medical costs when claim isn't accepted yet
- Covers copays, deductibles, medical equipment like back braces
- Submit immediately even if claim is pending - they'll hold and pay when approved
- Include receipts and medical necessity letters from doctors
CA-7 Form - Claim for Compensation (Getting Paid for Time Off)
- Submit every two weeks, even before claim approval
- Must attach four key documents: CA-17, CA-20, appointment printouts, disability narrative
- Form must be filled out perfectly by both employee and supervisor
- File through e-com system
Bonus Topics:
- CA-16 form: Pays all medical bills for first 60 days (must report injury within 7 days)
- CA-10 form: What federal employees should do when injured at work
- Schedule awards and impairment ratings
- Preexisting conditions and diagnosis expansions
Important Reminders:
- All forms available at federalinjurycenters.com
- 12-month deadline for all reimbursement requests
- Submit forms immediately - don't wait for claim approval
- Find OWCP-trained doctors by searching "OWCP injury doctor [your city, state]"
Upcoming Schedule:
- No chats for the next two Wednesdays (Utah training and family trip)
- Returning October 1st for regular Wednesday night sessions
Resources Mentioned:
- Federal Injury Centers website: federalinjurycenters.com
- Breaking OWCP website: breakingowcp.com
- YouTube channel for archived episodes
- Forms section for easy downloads
Remember: OWCP is not spelled F-A-I-R, but knowing these forms and procedures can protect your rights and financial future as a federal employee.
Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
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