Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break

Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break

Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is about all things related to Federal Workers Compensation, FECA, OWCP, DOL & Longshore claim filing as an injured federal worker. The podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcaster has 30 years in assisting with federal workers compensation as a federal compliance consultant and trainer. The podcast is free and is educational. If you need help with anything related to a federal workers compensation claim...help is just a cup of coffee away. The short coffee break format highlights solutions and gives directions on how to successfully resolve any federal workers compensation claim related issue. So if you are a federal employee and you want to learn about OWCP - DOL & FECA workers compensation....pour a cup of coffee and drop by...you will be glad you did.

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July 2, 2025 17 mins

Dr. Stephen Taylor is an OWCP -  DOL provider and consultant who enjoys teaching all things federal workers compensation related. This is an educational short form format podcast for learning how to successfully file federal workers compensation claims. So grab a cup of coffee and lets begin. You will be glad you did!
Here at this podcast we discuss all sorts of topics related to  federal  workers compensation, Department of La...

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Navigating a Biased Second Opinion in Workers' Compensation Claims

If you're an injured worker whose workers' compensation claim has been accepted but now faces a second opinion examination that seems prejudiced or improperly conducted, you may be at risk of losing your benefits. This guide provides practical tips and remedies to protect your rights and ensure fair treatment when a second opinion physician’s ...

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Government Agency -Medical and Occupational Health Program consists  of agency personnel that provide administrative functions, wellness initiatives, and other medically related activities designed to address the health and safety of employees in the workplace. The mission of the National Medical and Occupational Health Program is to reinforce the relationship between health, productivity, and the achievement of the Government Agen...

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Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is about all things related to Federal Workers Compensation, FECA, OWCP, DOL & Longshore claim filing as an injured federal worker.  The podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the DOL -OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcaster has 30 years in assisting with federal workers compensation as a...

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Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the DOL -OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcast is free and is educational. If you need help with anything related to a federal workers compensation claim...help is just a cup of coffee away.

Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Fill Out and Submit OWCP Form 957 for Trav...

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An OWCP  traumatic injury is defined as: “A wound or other condition of the body caused by external force, including stress or strain, which is identifiable as to the time and place of occurrence and member or function of the body affected. The injury must be caused by a specific event or incident or series of events or incidents within a single work day or work shift.”

Notifying your supervisor and filing a claim & Immediately ...

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OWCP reversed course on that new announcement literally two weeks later with no real explanation why they reversed course. On January 10, 2025, the Division of Federal Employees' Compensation (DFEC) announced significant updates to the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA) Procedure Manual, specifically Chapter 2-0808, addressing schedule awards and permanent disability claims. These updates, outlined in FECA Transmi...

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Simplifying FECA Bulletin No. 24-06: A New Streamlined Process for War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA) Claims

CLAIM FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF BENEFIT PAYMENTS AND CLAIMS EXPENSE  

                  UNDER THE WAR HAZARDS COMPENSATION ACT

The U.S. Department of Labor has introduced a new process to speed up decisions on claims made under the War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA). This process allows insurance companies to submit suggested clai...

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  War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA) Overview

The War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA) extends additional benefits to federal employees and contractors injured due to war-related hazards, including:

- Hostile Actions: Injuries resulting from acts of war, terrorism, or civil disturbances in foreign countries.

- Detention Benefits: Compensation for employees detained by hostile forces.

- Reimbursement to Contractors: WHCA reimburses cont...

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On January 10, 2025, the Division of Federal Employees' Compensation (DFEC) announced significant updates to the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA) Procedure Manual, specifically Chapter 2-0808, addressing schedule awards and permanent disability claims. These updates, outlined in FECA Transmittal 25-03, introduce changes aimed at enhancing fairness and efficiency in the claims process. 
The Office of Workers&...

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Podcast -Overview --- Obtaining and Successfully Submitting  a Claimant Reimbursement Form for : 

  • Completing OWCP 915 for Medical Reimbursements
  • Completing OWCP 915 for Pharmacy Reimbursements
  • Completing OWCP 957A and 975B for Travel Reimbursements


This is an OWCP - DOL Medical, Pharmacy & Travel Reimbursement Form Submission tutorial. This is part two of a two part series on how to successfully obtain reimbursements ...

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         Podcast Overview of FORM 915 Medical Reimbursement

       • Obtaining a Claimant Reimbursement Form
       •  Completing OWCP 915 for Medical Reimbursements
       • Completing OWCP 915 for Pharmacy Reimbursements


Instructions for use of FORM OWCP-915 Medical Reimbursement
      •  The OWCP-915 is used to seek reimbursement for out-of-pocket medical                expenses pertaining to t...

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Today is a Q & A based on some frequently asked questions. This is part 2 of a two part series on FAQ about questions regarding OWCP attorneys, consultants and required response to deadlines!

How Can Attorneys Assist Federal Employees with Work-Related Benefit Issues?

                                Denial of Federal Employee’s Work-Related Benefits

One of the most challenging aspects for federal employees is dealing with the deni...

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Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is about all things related to Federal Workers Compensation, FECA, OWCP, DOL & Longshore claim filing as an injured federal worker. The podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcaster has 29 years in assisting with federal workers compensation as a consu...

Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is about all things related to Federal Workers Compensation, FECA, OWCP, DOL & Longshore claim filing as an injured federal worker. The podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcaster has 29 years in assisting with federal workers compensation as a consu...

Episode 1 is an introduction to Dr. Taylor and his history as an  OWCP -  DOL ( Department of Labor)  provider and his years of consulting and teaching all things federal workers compensation related. This is an educational short form format for learning how to successfully file federal workers compensation claims. So grab a cup of coffee and lets begin. You will be glad you did!
Here at this podcast we discuss all sorts of top...

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Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the DOL -OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcast is free and is educational. If you need help with anything related to a federal workers compensation claim...help is just a cup of coffee away.

You can file an oral hearing in ECOMP by uploading a written r...

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Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the DOL -OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcast is free and is educational. If you need help with anything related to a federal workers compensation claim...help is just a cup of coffee away.

If you are injured, you probably are currently on a medical re...

Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the DOL -OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcast is free and is educational. If you need help with anything related to a federal workers compensation claim...help is just a cup of coffee away.

Section 1:15 of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (...

Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break Podcast is an educational and informative training on how to navigate the DOL -OWCP claims filing process for all types of injured US government and federal workers. The podcaster has 28 years in assisting with federal workers compensation as a consultant and trainer. The podcast is free and is educational. If you need help with anything related to a federal workers compensation claim...hel...

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