[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/blog\/will-workers-comp-cover-my-back-injury-surgery\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/blog\/will-workers-comp-cover-my-back-injury-surgery\/","headline":"Will Workers\u2019 Comp Cover My Back Injury Surgery?","name":"Will Workers\u2019 Comp Cover My Back Injury Surgery?","description":"Back injuries are among the most common and painful injuries people suffer at work. A severe injury can prevent you from moving or doing your job and take a long time to heal. The\u00a0Bureau of Labor Statistics\u00a0reports that over 128,000 U.S. workers sustained a back injury in one recent year,...","datePublished":"2023-03-31","dateModified":"2025-11-06","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/blog\/author\/puttingpeoplefirst\/#Person","name":"Underwood Law LLC","url":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/blog\/author\/puttingpeoplefirst\/","identifier":8,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/bbcb6205a3d1f6a31659220b0b5f3faafdc2850d6a558e85ff3f28182ee73ad1?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/bbcb6205a3d1f6a31659220b0b5f3faafdc2850d6a558e85ff3f28182ee73ad1?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Underwood Law LLC","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/William-F-Underwood-Logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/William-F-Underwood-Logo.png","width":448,"height":96}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Will-Workers-Comp-Cover-My-Back-Injury-Surgery.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Will-Workers-Comp-Cover-My-Back-Injury-Surgery.jpg","height":600,"width":800},"url":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/blog\/will-workers-comp-cover-my-back-injury-surgery\/","about":["Workers' Compensation"],"wordCount":687,"keywords":["Back Surgery","Insurance Company Refuses to Pay","Types of Back Surgery","Workers\u2019 Comp Cover Back","Workers\u2019 Compensation lawyer"],"articleBody":"Back injuries are among the most common and painful injuries people suffer at work. A severe injury can prevent you from moving or doing your job and take a long time to heal. The\u00a0Bureau of Labor Statistics\u00a0reports that over 128,000 U.S. workers sustained a back injury in one recent year, and many required surgery to repair the damage.If you suffered a back injury at work or while performing a work-related task in Georgia, workers\u2019 compensation should cover the cost of any necessary surgery. However, employers routinely dispute workers\u2019 comp claims about back injuries, jeopardizing their employees\u2019 access to essential care. If you are struggling to receive coverage for back surgery after an on-the-job injury, contact Underwood Law LLC for a free consultation.\u00a0Does Workers\u2019 Comp Cover Back Surgery?\u00a0Workers\u2019 compensation insurance should cover back surgery if you need it after a work injury. If your employer accepts your claim, their insurer must cover all reasonable and medically necessary procedures you need. Workers’ comp should cover the cost as long as your doctor agrees that you need the surgery.Types of Back SurgeryThe\u00a0Mayo Clinic\u00a0lists four common types of back surgeries:Discectomy\u00a0\u2013 Employees who suffer from herniated discs may need a discectomy, where a doctor removes the herniated portion of the disc from the patient\u2019s spine.Laminectomy\u00a0\u2013 In a laminectomy, surgeons remove part of the bone at the back of the spine to make more room for the patient\u2019s spinal cord and nerves.Spinal fusion\u00a0\u2013 In a spinal fusion, a doctor removes a damaged disc or discs from the spine and uses metal implants to connect two or more vertebrae.Artificial disc implantation\u00a0\u2013 In this procedure, the surgeon replaces a patient\u2019s injured discs with artificial ones made from plastic and metal. Once implanted in the spine, they help cushion the patient\u2019s vertebrae.What Happens if the Insurance Company Refuses to Pay?\u00a0Sometimes insurance companies refuse to approve a claim or won\u2019t pay for a particular procedure. They might argue that your injury is unrelated to your job or that the surgery isn\u2019t necessary. Back surgery is often expensive, and an insurance company might try to avoid paying for your operation if they think it will save them money.If an insurance company will not pay for your back surgery, talk to a workers\u2019 compensation lawyer immediately. Georgia has a process for resolving disputed workers\u2019 comp claims, and your lawyer can find and provide the evidence to show the surgery is necessary and should be covered.How a Workers\u2019 Compensation Lawyer Can HelpWorkers\u2019 compensation claims and appeals are complex legal matters, and attempting to handle them yourself could leave you without the medical benefits you deserve. A Georgia workers\u2019 comp lawyer can resolve your back injury case by:Communicating with the insurance adjuster \u2013 Insurance adjusters decide whether to approve or deny a surgery. Your attorney may be able to provide additional evidence to convince them to change their mind.\u00a0Gathering your medical records and other evidence to support your case\u00a0 \u2013 Many workers\u2019 comp denials are due to missing information. Your lawyer can review your claim to ensure the insurance company has what it needs to approve your surgery.\u00a0Filing a Form WC-PMT \u2013 Filing this form with the Georgia State Board of Workers\u2019 Compensation requests the insurance company make a timely decision about authorizing your back surgery.\u00a0Requesting your doctor to complete Form WC-205 \u2013 A physician can submit this form requesting approval for the operation.\u00a0Representing you in hearings \u2013 In a hearing, a judge from the State Board of Workers\u2019 Compensation can approve or deny your request for back surgery. An experienced attorney can help present your case in compliance with the state\u2019s workers\u2019 compensation laws.\u00a0Get Help from Our Workers\u2019 Compensation Lawyer in Georgia\u00a0You should not have to navigate the workers\u2019 comp process on your own. At Underwood Law LLC, we can protect your rights and help you get the medical care you need after a work-related injury. Visit our contact page today for a free case review with a workers\u2019 compensation lawyer in Georgia."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Will Workers\u2019 Comp Cover My Back Injury Surgery?","item":"https:\/\/www.puttingpeoplefirst.law\/blog\/will-workers-comp-cover-my-back-injury-surgery\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]