Texas Division of Workers' Compensation

05/01/2020

Due to COVID-19, DWC’s OSHA consultation program is now offering virtual workplace safety consultations. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2z2soN0.

#workplacesafety #OSHAcompliance

04/30/2020

DWC will hold virtual quarterly meetings for insurance carriers and health care providers on May 13. More information for:
Health care providers at https://bit.ly/HCP_qrtly_May13
Insurance carriers at https://bit.ly/IC_May13

04/30/2020

DWC is accepting public comment on a routine rule review of 28 TAC Chapters 126-128. Learn more at https://bit.ly/35k1g8o.

04/29/2020

DWC reminds system participants that maximum medical improvement and impairment rating evaluations are not permitted through telemedicine. Read more at https://bit.ly/2VKBgjs.

04/29/2020

DWC needs a claims examiner for our designated doctor program. Work includes reviewing claim files and medical records, scheduling exams, and preparing forms and letters. Learn more at http://bit.ly/DWC_Jobs

#AustinJobs

04/27/2020

DWC is accepting public comment on a draft data call related to COVID-19 exposures and injuries. This data call will help determine the impact of #COVID19 on the Texas workers’ compensation system. Read more at https://bit.ly/2YfcR7d.

04/27/2020

Check out our coronavirus webpage for more answers to common questions and resources for employers, employees, health care providers, insurance carriers, and attorneys. http://bit.ly/WC_Coronavirus

#COVID19

04/24/2020

DWC is continuing to update the list of events and trainings affected by the #COVID19 disaster declaration. See the latest list at http://bit.ly/WC_event_list.

04/22/2020

DWC issues guidance for re-certifying designated doctors and doctors performing maximum medical improvement and impairment ratings. Read more at https://bit.ly/3eKC0we.

04/22/2020

To safeguard against #COVID19, DWC is conducting dispute resolution proceedings by phone or through the Zoom app. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2RWK83h.

04/21/2020

April 20 - 24 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. Here are ways to keep road workers safe when you drive in construction zones. Sign up for more safety tips at http://bit.ly/DWC_Safety.

#NWZAW #safety

04/20/2020

We Are Still Here for You

COVID-19 has changed the way we work, but our mission is still the same – we are here for you. Call 1-800-252-7031 for help with your claim.
#workerscomp #customerservice #TogetherWeCan

04/16/2020

Need help finding a doctor to treat your workers' comp injury? We can help. Call 1-800-252-7031 or find more information at http://bit.ly/WC_finddr

#workerscomp

04/14/2020

Check out our #coronavirus webpage for more answers to common questions and resources for employers, employees, health care providers, insurance carriers, and attorneys. http://bit.ly/WC_Coronavirus

04/13/2020

DWC adopts an emergency rule to expand access to telemedicine services to include physical and occupational therapy during the #COVID19 disaster declaration. Read more at https://bit.ly/2xoBy64.

#telemedicine

04/10/2020

Office of the Governor Greg Abbott waives certain reporting and testing requirements for emergency responders during the #COVID19 disaster declaration. Read more at https://bit.ly/2Rwq9Z0

04/10/2020

DWC closes today, April 10 at noon and will reopen Monday, April 13 at 8 a.m.

04/09/2020

Join our OSHCON team for a rewarding career helping Texas employers understand OSHA regulations, find and correct hazards, and create effective safety programs. Learn more at http://bit.ly/DWC_Jobs

#FortWorthJobs #SafetyJobs

04/08/2020

Many industries rely on welding, but this work can be dangerous without the proper gear and other safety precautions. Watch our video for quick tips to keep employees safe.

#NationalWeldingMonth #WeldingSafety

04/08/2020

Office of the Governor Greg Abbott

Office of the Governor Greg Abbott

As the state combats COVID-19, #StayHomeTexas.

Texans should continue practicing smart hygiene habits and social distancing.

Texas Education Agency

04/07/2020

Check out our #coronavirus webpage for more answers to common questions and resources for employers, employees, health care providers, insurance carriers, and attorneys. http://bit.ly/WC_Coronavirus

04/07/2020

Texas Department of State Health Services

Texas Department of State Health Services

It’s gameday Texas and we’re all on the same team. #StayHomeTexas and we will win!

Your coronavirus game plan: dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus
#GoFrogs #GigEm #HookEm #WreckEm #SicEm #PonyUpDallas #GoCoogs

Thank you Texas football coaches and staff for helping Texas get on offense against coronavirus

Dave Aranda Baylor Football
"Sonny" Dykes SMU Football
Jimbo Fisher Texas A&M Football
Tom Herman Texas Football
Dana Holgorsen Houston Cougar Football
Gary Patterson TCU Football
Matt Wells Texas Tech Football

04/02/2020

CMS has issued a new list of telemedicine and telehealth services that can be reimbursed through Medicare during the federally-declared Public Health Emergency for COVID-19. Read more at https://bit.ly/2xHn1SU.

#workerscomp #telemedicine #COVID19

04/02/2020

Employees interacting with those potentially infected with COVID-19, like health care, lab, or airline workers have higher exposure risks. Read our article about the OSHA standards employers must follow to help protect these workers at bit.ly/COVID_WorkplaceSafety.

#COVID19 #Safety

04/01/2020

Texas Education Agency

Texas Education Agency

By staying apart during the next month, we are standing together to save lives. Reference our new flier on how to stop the spread of COVID-19 and share it widely. Let’s all do our part to keep our fellow Texans safe. http://tea.texas.gov/staysafe

03/31/2020

The Texas Workers' Compensation Conference will not take place on May 19-21. We are working on additional options to host the 2020 conference and will send out information as soon as a decision is made.

03/31/2020

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Texas Health and Human Services has launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Learn more: https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/news/2020/03/hhs-launches-statewide-covid-19-mental-health-support-line

03/30/2020

Office of the Governor Greg Abbott suspends sections of the Texas Government Code to ensure public safety employees are able to be reimbursed by their employer for reasonable medical expenses related to #COVID19. Read more https://bit.ly/2WUdum1.

03/30/2020

Thank you to all doctors for working tirelessly and risking your safety to save others in this time of need. We appreciate your work today and every day!

#NationalDoctorsDay #ThankADoctor

03/27/2020

DWC is increasing safe operations during the #COVID19 outbreak by updating processes for filing fees and payments, and submitting filings and consent orders with electronic signatures and without sworn statements, affidavits, or notarization. Read more at https://bit.ly/2JmOLi9

03/27/2020

DWC issues a bulletin on #COVID19 and the Texas workers’ compensation system to suspend requirements related to supplemental income benefits, designated doctor training and recertification, and required medical exams. Read more at https://bit.ly/2xtujcO.

03/26/2020

DWC is continuing to update the list of events and trainings affected by the #COVID19 disaster declaration. See the latest list at http://bit.ly/WC_event_list.

03/26/2020

Ayude a cumplir con su parte para detener la propagación del coronavirus. Siga estas guías y para obtener más información visite https://bit.ly/DSHS_coronavirusSpanish.

03/25/2020

DWC issues a bulletin giving guidance for Texas system participants during the #COVID19 statewide public health disaster declaration. Read the full bulletin at https://bit.ly/DWC_COVIDBulletin.

#workerscomp

03/24/2020

Commissioner Brown sends an update to system participants about changes in DWC’s operations in response to COVID-19. Read more at https://bit.ly/2QIbQQm.