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I have been on long term disability for a few years, I’m still receiving pay, rehabilitation services, which have just been stopped and I was told i would receive a call from someone to apply for CPP. In the meantime the insurance company has sent a letter stating that they want me to see another Psychiatrist, that a nurse will be calling me, and stated that they were aware my doctor advised them(prior to this letter) she didn’t feel it necessary because i had just seen one less than a year ago.
1. Do I need to comply? can they overrule my doctors advice?
2. Insurance company knows that through all my treatments it is unlikely I will return to my old workplace. I know I will be unable to return, what is the best way or best time to inform my employer? Do I have to inform them? Can the Insurance company? Or do I have to stay technically employed or have another job to keep receiving benefits?
Generally, your insurance company has the right to ask that you attend an evaluation or assessment with a doctor of their choosing, but they often don't have the right to make you seek treatment by their doctors. You can ask them to show you where in your policy it says they can make this request of you.
I recommend that you contact our team to speak with an employment lawyer to discuss your rights and options regarding your employment. You can reach them at 1-855-821-5900.
I recommend that you contact our team to speak with an employment lawyer to discuss your rights and options regarding your employment. You can reach them at 1-855-821-5900.