Tennessee Orthopedic Doctors for Injured Workers
Workers’ Compensation Services
Quality patient care is instrumental to recovery of work injuries. At Pinnacle Surgical Orthopedics, Dr. Sean Kaminsky and Dr. Malcom Baxter, along with our physical & occupational therapy team, works with Tennessee workers and employers to minimize lost time, protect employees from injury, and safely rehabilitate employees to get them back to work and their busy lives as soon as possible.
As an experienced workers’ comp specialist, Dr. Kaminsky is part of the Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation’s Certified Physician Program, as well as Tennessee’s Medical Impairment Rating (MIR) Registry. With our surgeons and our physical & occupational therapy team, you can feel confident in the quality of our care for our patients who suffer hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, shoulder, or knee injuries. We even serve as advocates for the injured worker, helping workers to navigate the world of workers’ compensation insurance and ensure they get the work injury compensation they need.
Pinnacle Surgical Orthopedics is conveniently located on the campus of TriStar Summit Medical Center, only five miles from the Nashville International Airport. If you're ready to get started on the road to recovery with Nashville’s top orthopedic surgeons, schedule an appointment with us today! Our team of workers’ compensation doctors at Pinnacle is eager to help you recover from your work injury and get back on your feet quickly and safely.
Work Injury Treatment in Nashville, TN
Enhanced Care from Workers’ Compensation Specialists
When you choose Pinnacle Surgical Orthopedics, you're getting enhanced care from workers’ compensation specialists. Our team identifies the root cause of your injury and creates a specialized treatment plan tailored to your needs. We understand that each patient is unique, with their own objectives for recovery, and we strive to ensure those goals are achieved in a timely and safe manner.
Our enhanced work injury services include:
- Dedicated workers' compensation specialists
- Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) and Department of Labor experts
- Priority appointment scheduling
- Timely work status reports
- Follow-up care for active claims
- Evidence-based return-to-work and discharge practices
- On-site physical therapy providers to coordinate care
- Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs)
- Impairment ratings based upon AMA guides and the most recent edition
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you help advocate for and support injured workers?
The team at Pinnacle is passionate about helping workers get the care they need to get back on the job safely and with confidence, which also means helping them navigate the world of workers’ comp. We provide:
- Accessibility for early diagnosis and treatment for injured patients
- Ongoing communication with employers, case managers, and insurance personnel to provide prompt, conservative treatment
- Board-certified, fellowship-trained expertise in hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder and knee conditions
- Personalized care for every concern
How long will my recovery and physical therapy last?
The length of time you need physical therapy is dependent on the type and severity of your injury. Our team will develop a personalized treatment plan that meets your individual needs, along with any specific instructions from your surgeon. We will also work with your employer and other healthcare providers to ensure you are receiving the best possible care.
Does your orthopedic surgeon near me accept insurance besides workers’ comp?
Yes! Pinnacle Surgical Orthopedics accepts insurance from a wide range of providers across the Greater Nashville area. To learn more about our list of accepted providers, visit our Insurance page here on the website.
How can I get started with the best work injury doctor near me?
At Pinnacle, we make it easy to get started on your road to recovery. Just use our online tool to request an appointment, and we’ll schedule you as quickly as we possibly can.