Injured at work in Hawaii? Vally Medical Group specializes in workers' compensation injury treatment across four Neighbor Island locations. Dr. Vally personally manages every case from the initial evaluation through return-to-work clearance. We complete WC-2 forms, handle treatment authorizations, coordinate with insurance carriers, and bill workers' comp directly. You never see a bill.
From the moment you call, we take ownership of the administrative burden so you can focus on recovery. Here's what happens.
The initial physician's report filed with the Hawaii Disability Compensation Division. Establishes the diagnosis, causation opinion, and treatment plan. We complete and submit this. Learn about WC forms →
Insurance carriers require prior authorization for many treatments. We submit the requests, write the medical justification, and handle denials and appeals when carriers push back.
Progress reports, utilization review responses, supplemental medical narratives, and case manager communication. Every interaction with the carrier goes through our office, not through you.
Specific, defensible work restrictions based on your diagnosis and job demands. Not generic "light duty" notes. Restrictions that your employer can actually implement and that protect you from re-injury.
OWCP for federal employees: We have extensive experience with federal workers' compensation claims under the OWCP program. OWCP requires more detailed medical narratives than state workers' comp, with specific documentation standards that many physicians are unfamiliar with. Dr. Vally writes the detailed reports that OWCP claims examiners require, including the rationalized medical opinion connecting your condition to your federal employment.
Hawaii workers' compensation law protects injured workers with specific rights that your employer and the insurance carrier must respect. Understanding these rights is the first step to ensuring you receive the care and benefits you're entitled to. For a detailed breakdown of your right to choose your own physician, see our Right to Choose Your Doctor guide.
Under HRS 386-21, you select your own treating physician. Your employer can suggest doctors but cannot require you to see a specific provider. Learn more →
Your employer's insurance pays your medical providers directly. You should never receive a bill for treatment related to your work injury. VMG bills the carrier directly.
You are entitled to all reasonable and necessary medical treatment. There is no arbitrary time limit on treatment under Hawaii law as long as it is medically necessary.
If your injury prevents you from working, you may be eligible for temporary total disability (TTD) benefits covering a portion of your lost wages during recovery.
You can change your treating physician during your case. If you're unhappy with your current provider or want a second opinion, you are entitled to switch.
Your employer cannot fire, demote, or otherwise retaliate against you for filing a workers' compensation claim or exercising your rights under HRS 386.
VMG treats injured workers from every major industry across the Neighbor Islands. We understand the physical demands of each sector and write work restrictions that match your specific job duties.
Carpenters, electricians, plumbers, laborers, heavy equipment operators. Back injuries, shoulder injuries, fall injuries, crush injuries.
Hotel staff, housekeepers, restaurant workers, groundskeepers. Repetitive strain, lifting injuries, slip and falls, carpal tunnel.
Nurses, CNAs, medical assistants, support staff. Back injuries from patient transfers, needlestick injuries, repetitive motion injuries.
Farm workers, nursery staff, ranch hands, equipment operators. Lifting injuries, repetitive strain, heat-related illness, machinery injuries.
USPS carriers, TSA agents, national park staff, military civilians, county employees. OWCP claims with specialized documentation requirements.
Dock workers, forklift operators, package handlers, retail staff. Lifting injuries, crush injuries, repetitive motion, workplace accidents.
How do I start a workers' comp claim with VMG?
Report the injury to your employer, then call us at (808) 935-6353 or start intake online. We verify your WC coverage, schedule your evaluation, and handle all documentation from the first visit forward.
What insurance do you accept?
We accept all Hawaii workers' compensation insurance carriers and OWCP for federal employees. Contact our office at (808) 935-6353 for questions about specific coverage.
Can I choose VMG as my workers' comp doctor?
Yes. Under Hawaii law (HRS 386-21), you have the right to choose your own treating physician. Your employer can suggest doctors but cannot require you to see a specific provider.
Do you handle the paperwork?
Yes. WC-2 reports, treatment authorizations, utilization review responses, supplemental medical narratives, case manager coordination, and direct billing to the carrier. You never see a bill for covered treatment.
Do you treat federal employees under OWCP?
Yes. We treat federal employees across all four locations including USPS carriers, TSA agents, national park staff, and military civilian employees. We understand OWCP's specific documentation requirements.
Do you accept walk-ins?
We see patients by appointment only. Call (808) 935-6353 to schedule or start the intake process through our online patient wizard.
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Call VMG or start the intake process online. We verify your coverage, schedule your evaluation, treat your injury, and manage every piece of paperwork between you and the insurance carrier.
