Can I See My Own Doctor for Workers' Comp in Illinois?
By Work Comp Chicago Editorial Staff · Published · Last reviewed
What choosing your own doctor looks like in practice
You pick the provider, you book the visit, and the provider's office handles the billing with your employer or its insurer. You do not need to wait for someone to assign you a doctor before being examined.
Telling your employer
Telling your employer about the injury and where you are being treated helps the billing go to the right place. Give them the provider's name and bring your employer's name and address, the date of the injury and any claim number to the first visit.
If you already saw another doctor
Tell the provider who you have already seen. An injured worker in Illinois may choose two physicians, so the provider can explain how that applies to you before you are seen.
Questions about your specific claim
The statements on this page are general. Questions about your own claim, your employer's program or a dispute over treatment go to the parties handling your claim.
Common questions
Can I pick my own doctor?+
In general, yes. An injured worker in Illinois may choose two physicians.
Do I pay at the visit?+
For a covered work injury, the provider bills the employer or its insurer directly. Staff can explain how billing applies to your visit before you are seen.
Do I need my employer's permission?+
In general, Illinois allows an injured worker to choose their own physician. Telling your employer about the injury and where you are being treated helps the billing go to the right place.
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This page is general information and is not medical or legal advice.