Federal Workers Compensation & OWCP Doctor in Greater Kansas City MO
Expert OWCP Claims Support, Counseling, and Injury Care for Federal Employees
At Core Medical Center, we specialize in federal workers’ compensation under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA), administered by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP). Our goal is to help federal employees get the care, documentation, and claims support they need for fast recovery and successful claims approval.
Whether you’re a USPS carrier, TSA agent, VA employee, or work in federal law enforcement, we are here to ensure that your injury is properly diagnosed, treated, and documented—so you can return to work with confidence and receive all benefits you're entitled to.
What is Medical Documentation?
If you suffered from a work‒related injury and filed a workers compensation claim, having proper documentation is critical when visiting a medical provider for treatment. Filing a claim can be complicated, and it's important that you receive the proper medical care and compensation for lost wages. At Core Medical Center, our in-house claims management team can help you file for workers compensation while our excellent providers can help you through your traumatic workplace injury.
Whether you're filing for temporary disability or permanent disability, we'll make sure you get the workers compensation you're owed. Schedule an appointment with Core Medical Center today and get the help you need with the claims process for your workers compensation.
You don't have to go it alone. Schedule your appointment today and get the support of a team of professionals.
Who We Serve
Our medical professionals at Core Medical Center are experienced in helping patients with OWCP claims. We ensure that all claims are filed correctly and in a timely manner. Our physicians will cooperate and provide all documentation required for your claim to be processed without a hitch. We serve the following federal workers:
Department of Homeland Security
USPS /
Letter Carriers
TSA
Officers
FBI, DEA, and other law enforcement agencies
VA Hospital
Staff
How We Help Injured Federal Employees
Our OWCP-trained providers and case managers guide you through every step of the process:
In-house claims management team to assist with OWCP forms:
CA-1, CA-2, CA-7, CA-17, CA-20, OWCP-915, CA-2a
Guidance for initial claim filing, recurrence filings, case expansions, and reopenings
Full medical narratives, impairment ratings, IME referrals, and causation letters
Ongoing communication with OWCP examiners for development letters, reconsiderations, and appeals
Integrated care: physical therapy, pain management, behavioral health, diagnostics, and functional recovery
Support for both traumatic injury (CA-1) and occupational disease
(CA-2) cases
Services We Provide
Our clinics are full-service OWCP centers offering:
Advanced Diagnostics
EMG/NCS
X-ray
Ultrasound
EKG
Spirometry
qEEG and neurodiagnostics
Rehabilitation & Recovery
Physical therapy
Occupational therapy
Chiropractic care
Return-to-duty conditioning
Pain Management
Trigger point injections
Epidural and Nerve Blocks
Joint Injections
Regenerative therapies (PRP, stem cells) where appropriate
Behavioral Health & Mental Wellness
OWCP-accepted counseling
PTSD, depression, anxiety treatment
Documentation for psychiatric conditions linked to work-related injury
Legal‒Supportive Medical Evaluations
AMA-based Impairment Ratings
Independent Medical Exams (IMEs)
Medical reports for attorneys or administrative hearings
Support for schedule award eligibility
Case Expansion, Reopenings, & Denial Reversals
OWCP claims can be delayed or denied for insufficient evidence or documentation issues. Core Medical Center helps prevent and resolve claim issues through:
Proper causation language and DOL-compliant documentation
Timely progress notes, work status reports, and therapy updates
Narrative letters for condition expansion, claim reconsideration, or appeal
Coordination with your attorney or claims examiner
Why Federal Workers Choose Core Medical Center
OWCP-trained providers and support staff
Full in-house services: care + claim support + documentation
Experience in reopening closed claims and securing wage loss benefits
Transparent, compassionate care tailored to federal employees
Employee Injury FAQs
Who is covered under the Federal Employees Compensation Act?
Under FECA, all civilian employees of the federal government are covered. This includes permanent, temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees. Volunteers in programs like VISTA, Peace Corps, and Civil Air Patrol are also covered.
How does employee compensation work?
Employee compensation provides financial compensation for medical bills and wages lost as a result of being unable to work due to injury on the job.
What is the simple definition of workers compensation?
Workers compensation is a type of insurance that provides financial and medical benefits to employees who were injured or fell ill while on the job.
What triggers migraines?
Migraines can be triggered by a variety of factors, and specific triggers will differ from person to person. Common triggers include stress, certain foods like cheese and alcohol, bright lights, and loud sounds, and changes in sleep patterns can all act as triggers that cause migraines.
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OFFICE HOURS
Our occupational medicine hours are
Monday through Friday, 9 am – 7 pm