Federal Workers' Injury Guide

Your Neck & Back Injury Doctors in Tampa

Looking For A Trusted Spine Surgeon for Your Federal Work Comp Injury?

If you're a federal worker who's been injured on the job, our Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Doctors are here to help you get the care and support you need. Our clinic is OWCP/DOL-approved and specializes in Orthopedic Spine injuries and Interventional Pain.

Step 1
Report Your Injury
Report Your Injury

Immediately notify your supervisor and complete the required forms:

  • - Form CA-1 for traumatic injury
  • - Form CA-2 for occupational disease

Request a copy of the completed form and ensure your injury is officially documented.

Step 3
Bring These Documents
Bring These Documents
To your first appointment, please bring:
  • - Your OWCP case number (if available)
  • - Injury report (CA-1 or CA-2)
  • - Any prior imaging or medical records
  • - Photo ID and insurance information (if applicable)

Your Treatment Plan

At Nucci Medical, we focus on conservative treatment and getting you on the fast track to recovery. We are experts in Orthopedic Spine care and the majority of our patients get better without surgical intervention, when treated early on.

Resource for Federal Workers

Guidance for Federal Workers Navigating Injury Claims

Helping federal employees understand the OWCP process and their next steps

Federal workers injured on the job often face more than just medical recovery — they must also navigate a complex claims process through the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP).

Understanding what to file, when to act, and how medical documentation should be structured can significantly impact whether a claim is approved, delayed, or denied.

To help simplify this process, many patients turn to Federal Injury Navigator, an independent educational resource designed to guide federal employees through each step of the claims process in clear, practical terms.

While Federal Injury Navigator focuses on education and process clarity, our role at Nucci Medical is to provide medical care and documentation that meets OWCP requirements. Together, these resources can help federal workers better understand both the medical and administrative sides of their case.

Visit Federal Injury Navigator →

Educational resource — not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Labor.

Questions? We're Here for You

You don't have to navigate the DOL system alone. Our experienced team makes the process easier, faster, and focused on your recovery.

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