After you suffer an injury on the job, there will be doctors’ appointments and physical therapy as part of your recovery. If you drive your vehicle to and from medical treatments, Minnesota law allows for mileage reimbursement. Many injured workers are unaware that they qualify for medical mileage reimbursement. As a result, they fail to keep track of their mileage and miss out on a valuable benefit.
With today’s gas prices, you will need reimbursement for trips to the doctor, physical therapy, and pharmacy.
How to Get Medical Mileage Reimbursement
As of July 1, 2022, the medical mileage reimbursement rate is 62.5 cents per mile. This also includes reimbursement for:
- Parking
- Public transportation
- Tolls
There is a form to record your mileage and expenses that you will send to the insurance company. Generally, you will receive a check within 45 days.
There are certain mileage restrictions depending on where you live and where your doctor is located. In addition, there are exceptions if you are medically unable to travel or if you need a specialty service or treatment. In some instances, your workers’ comp insurer must reimburse you for lodging and meals if you have to travel a long distance for treatment.
Free Consultation with an Experienced Minnesota Workers’ Comp Lawyer
The workers’ compensation system can seem overwhelming to anyone. Your main concern will be your recovery, so you can return to work and a normal life. Let us help you with all aspects of your Minnesota workers’ comp claim.
It is easy to contact one of our workers’ compensation lawyers. You can fill out the contact form on this site or call or text us at (612) 465-8733 to schedule a free confidential consultation.
