The Right Medical Documentation Can Make or Break Your OWCP Claim
If you’re a federal employee injured on the job, you’ve probably already learned that filing a claim with the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) involves more than filling out a form. It requires clear, timely, and medically supported documentation—and if that documentation doesn’t meet OWCP standards, your claim could be delayed or denied.
At Rebound Clinics DMV, we do more than treat your injury. We help you prepare and submit the medical information OWCP requires to move your claim forward. With clinics across Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia, our team has supported hundreds of federal employees by providing compliant documentation from day one.
Why Medical Documentation Matters So Much
OWCP doesn’t approve claims just because an injury happened. They require detailed medical proof that:
- The injury or condition occurred
- It’s directly related to your federal job duties
- Treatment is medically necessary
- You’re unable to work (if applicable), or need modified duty
- You’ve reached maximum medical improvement (for Schedule Awards)
All of this must be explained in clear, structured language—often referred to as a medical narrative. That’s where most claims fall short.
Common OWCP Documentation Requirements
Every claim must be supported with the right medical forms and narratives. These often include:
- Form CA-20 – Attending physician’s report with diagnosis and work status
- Form CA-17 – Duty status report outlining physical restrictions
- Medical Narrative Report – A detailed letter that ties your diagnosis directly to your job duties and outlines how the injury affects your ability to work
- Diagnostic Reports – Imaging or testing (e.g., X-rays, MRIs, nerve conduction studies)
- Treatment Plans and Progress Notes – Showing that you are receiving appropriate care
- Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) declaration** – For Schedule Award eligibility
How We Support You at Every Step
1. We Understand What OWCP Expects
Most doctors aren’t trained in OWCP claim support. Our providers specialize in writing narratives that:
- Clearly identify your injury or condition
- Explain how it was caused by your job duties
- Describe how the injury impacts your ability to work
- Include objective findings and test results when needed
2. We Provide Timely, Compliant Reports
OWCP has tight deadlines, especially for initial documentation and Continuation of Pay (COP). We ensure your paperwork is:
- Submitted within OWCP timelines
- Uploaded to ECOMP correctly
- Delivered to your agency or claims examiner as needed
3. We Help You Prepare for Appeals or Reconsideration
If your claim has already been denied, we’ll help you identify what was missing and prepare stronger documentation for reconsideration.
We Help You Avoid Common Mistakes
Here are a few documentation issues that commonly lead to OWCP claim denials:
- Reports that don’t mention how the injury happened at work
- Diagnoses that are too vague (e.g., “pain” isn’t a valid diagnosis under OWCP)
- Missing or outdated CA-17 and CA-20 forms
- Lack of objective medical evidence
- Gaps between the injury date and the first medical visit
We help you avoid these issues by keeping your documentation complete, clear, and consistent.
Serving Federal Workers Across the DMV Region
Whether you’re a postal worker in Greenbelt, a TSA agent near Falls Church, or a VA employee in Laurel, we’re ready to support your OWCP case from start to finish.
Our clinic locations include:
- Greenbelt, MD: 7701 Greenbelt Road, Suite 104, Greenbelt, MD 20770
- Hyattsville, MD: 2045 University Blvd East, Suite 202, Hyattsville, MD 20783
- Temple Hills, MD: 3611 Branch Avenue, Suite 303, Temple Hills, MD 20748
- Wheaton, MD: 11510 Georgia Ave, Suite 233, Wheaton, MD 20902
- Falls Church, VA: 105 N. Virginia Ave, Suite 309, Falls Church, VA 22046
- Laurel, MD: 9101 Cherry Ln, Suite 205, Laurel, MD 20708
Every location is staffed by professionals trained in federal injury care and OWCP documentation protocols.
Strong Documentation = Strong Claim
When you’re injured, the last thing you need is paperwork stress. At Rebound Clinics DMV, we simplify the OWCP process by delivering the medical information your claim needs to succeed.
Whether you’re filing for the first time or appealing a denied claim, we’ll make sure your documentation meets the standards that matter most.
Call (301) 798-9188 or schedule online at reboundclinicsdmv.com
Rebound Clinics DMV — We treat the injury and support the paperwork, so you can focus on recovery.