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Texas Workers' Compensation: How to Request a Designated Doctor Matrix
Written by: Matthew Bruce Lewis
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Posted almost 3 years ago. Applies to Texas, 1 helpful vote, 0 comments
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FormatThe request must be in writing and be addressed to the Office of the Medical Advisor. It may be mailed to Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation, 7551 Metro Center Drive, MS-41, Austin, TX 78744-1609. It may be faxed to (512) 804-1040. It may be emailed to wcopenrecords@tdi.state.tx.us 2
Specify That You Are Making An Open Records RequestThe request should clearly state that you are making an open records request or a public information request. 3
Specify What You WantThe request should next clearly explain what document you are requesting. It should indicate the name of the doctor, the doctor's license number (if you have it), and indicate that you want a copy of that doctor's matrix that was submitted to show his qualifications for Division-directed exams, including those for impairment ratings. 4
Response From DWCYou should receive a response from the Division in approximately ten to twelve business days. Additional ResourcesThe Division's phone number is (800) 372-7713 if there is a need to follow up on the request. Related Questions2 Attorney answers: 
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