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Workers' compensation for skin disease

J B Ross1

  • 1Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Occupational Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
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Workers' compensation systems have ancient roots and continue to evolve globally. This review examines historical context, current plans in the US and Canada, and the physician's role in impairment assessment.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Legal Medicine
  • Public Health Policy

Background:

  • Workers' compensation has a long history, with early references found in ancient legal codes.
  • Modern systems aim to provide financial and medical benefits to employees injured on the job.
  • Understanding the evolution of these systems is crucial for current policy and practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a historical overview of workers' compensation systems.
  • To discuss current compensation plans in the United States, Canada, and internationally.
  • To describe the physician's role in assessing and reporting work-related impairments.

Main Methods:

  • Historical literature review of compensation systems.
  • Comparative analysis of current workers' compensation plans across different countries.

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  • Examination of medical assessment guidelines for impairment evaluation.

    • Main Results:

    • Workers' compensation concepts date back to antiquity.
    • Contemporary plans vary significantly by jurisdiction but share common goals.
    • Physician expertise is vital for accurate impairment assessment and reporting.

    Conclusions:

    • The historical trajectory of workers' compensation demonstrates its enduring importance.
    • International comparison highlights diverse approaches to employee injury benefits.
    • Standardized impairment assessment by physicians is key to effective compensation.