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You Remain in Complete Control
As a Designated Doctor
for the Texas Department of Insurance – Division of Workers' Compensation,
you can expect to retain complete control over your liability without the additional
responsibilities of day-to-day tasks and the costs normally associated with
being an independent Designated Doctor. MET works for the physician in making
the task of being a DWC approved doctor less time consuming so you can concentrate
on your private practice or other endeavors.
MET Looks After You
MET provides management, administration, support services and fully
staffed and equipped facilities for physicians working in or desiring
to work in the workers compensation system. We also provide extensive marketing
for your specialty.
MET Has an Excellent Reputation
MET has an excellent reputation with the medical community as well as
with the Division of Workers' Compensation. MET takes pride in our proficiency
in complying with and maintaining protocols in accordance with the Division
of Workers' Compensation and the American Medical Association, ensuring a successful
relationship with our physicians.
MET Physician Benefits
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Extensive
Marketing of Your Specialty |
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Scheduling – MET’s
staff works directly with you and your private
office to coordinate your appointment schedule. |
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Preparation of Medical Records
- For each patient appointment, MET collects
all available records, including diagnostic
tests and test results, and presents an organized
file for your review. |
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Confirmation of Patient Appointment
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Fully Staffed and Equipped
Facilities |
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Specially Trained and Certified
Staff |
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Scheduling of Additional Testing |
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Scheduling of All Referral Examinations
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Transcription of Medical Reports
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Medical Billing/Medical Collections
- As your authorized billing agent, MET is
responsible for all aspects of billings and
collections related to your services in compliance
with Rule
133.20 |
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Account Status Upkeep/ Medical
Lock Box Direct Deposit |
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View your AR, EOB, Super Bill
online |
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Distribution of Medical Reports
and Forms |
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Digital Upkeep and Storage of
Medical Records and Chart Notes for Protection
of Physicians |
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Handling All Correspondence,
Phone Inquiries, and Follow-up For Physicians
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Competitive Service Fees |
Physician Duties and Responsibilities as a MET Doctor
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Provide Adequate Availability
for Scheduling |
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Attend all Scheduled Examinations |
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Review and Sign Medical Reports |
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Physical Examination of Patients |
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Complete and Sign All Examination Forms |
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Answer any Correspondence/Addendum Requests |
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Comply with the Texas Department of Insurance – Division
of Workers Compensation Rules and Regulations |
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If you are interested in being a Physician for MET, call 1-800-845-8982
or 713-961-7277 or complete our Physician Employment Opportunities Form. | 
