4.5.37.5 Epworth concussion program
WorkSafe can pay the reasonable costs of the concussion program at Epworth Hospital when required as a result of a work-related injury or illness. This service aims to provide workers early access to appropriate treatment and rehabilitation specific to a concussion injury.
Prior approval is required as this service type is considered as outpatient hospital treatment.
Program requests will differ dependent on the individual workers concussion characteristics and rehabilitation requirements. A ‘standard’ program for concussion injury is considered difficult to ascertain due to the differing clinical presentations of concussion.
Ensuring approval in a timely manner to clinically recommended treatment, like any treatment, will maximize rehabilitation and recovery.
Policy
The policy includes:
- what WorkSafe will pay for
- information required for approval.
Current provider
Epworth HealthCare