Worker's Compensation Services in New Jersey

We provide medical evaluation and ongoing care to employees who sustain on-the-job injuries or illnesses with the goal of returning your employees to work as soon as possible safely. We understand that companies and jobs are unique, so we use a combination of industry knowledge and restrictions to create opportunities for employers to provide modified duty options, appropriately scheduled follow-up examinations, orthopedic referrals and physical therapy to assist in employee treatment and accelerated case closure. Modified duty is vital to improving productivity and reducing loss of time claims. Our board-certified physicians assess, document and communicate the injured employee's diagnosis, prognosis and duty restrictions to the employer and other appropriate parties.

Our Worker's Compensation Services Include

Fitness for Duty Examination

We offer the fitness for duty examination, which helps determine if an employee can return to work in a condition fit for the proper, competent and safe performance of their duties throughout a scheduled shift. Their physical and mental ability to perform the assigned tasks, interpersonal behavior and judgment are all assessed factors.

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Physical therapy and rehabilitation are available onsite at select locations. Our physical therapists expedite the return-to-work process through aggressive therapy that focuses on alleviating patients' symptoms while educating patients on how they can prevent injuries in the future.

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Why Choose Us

Our expert team offers high quality medical care and rehabilitation for work-related injuries and illnesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main goal of the Workers' Compensation program?

Our primary goal is to provide prompt, high-quality medical care to employees who have been injured on the job. We focus on creating a safe and effective treatment plan that helps them recover and return to work as quickly and safely as possible, minimizing lost work time for your business.

What services are included in your Workers' Compensation program?

Our program includes a full range of services to manage a workplace injury from start to finish:

Initial injury evaluation and treatment
Physical and occupational therapy
Referrals to a wide network of specialists (e.g., orthopedics, neurology)
Dedicated case management to coordinate care
A structured Return-to-Work program with modified duty options
Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs)
Post-accident drug and alcohol testing

Who will be my point of contact during the process?

Your company will be supported by our dedicated case managers. They act as a single point of contact to coordinate all aspects of the employee's care, from initial treatment and specialist appointments to physical therapy. They provide regular, timely updates to you and your insurance carrier, ensuring the entire process is managed efficiently and transparently.

Where are Hackensack Meridian Works Workers' Compensation services offered?

We offer our services and programs across New Jersey — from Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Sussex and Union counties in the north to Middlesex, Monmouth, Burlington and Ocean counties in the central and south. Find a location now.

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