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Medical fees update - effective 1 December 2021

WorkCover Queensland has reviewed and updated the tables of costs for medical treatment applicable for workers' compensation in Queensland. The changes are effective 1 December 2021 and reflect the maximum fees payable.

18 November 2021
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Craig's story

Craig suffered serious injuries when he fell from a ladder at work. Here's how support and a positive mindset helped Craig get back.

3 November 2021
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New Private Hospital Services Table of Costs now available – effective 1 December 2021

WorkCover Queensland has introduced a Private Hospital Services Table of Costs for the treatment of patients with a workers' compensation claim.

1 November 2021
Media release

Solar panel installation company fined $55,000 after apprentice falls from ladder

A Redcliffe based solar panel installation company has been fined $55,000 after a hearing in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court last Friday.

22 October 2021
Media release

New films urge rural Queenslanders to be safe around electricity

Five new films launched by the Queensland Government today are aimed at keeping rural communities safe from electrical dangers.

21 October 2021
Media release

Former nurse tells how her neighbour’s life was in her hands

Be prepared - that’s the message a life-saving nurse wants you to adopt if you work on the land or in isolated areas across the state. It’s also why she has joined Workplace Health and Safety Queensland’s team of Safety Advocates, Head of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland Tony James said.

11 October 2021
Media release

Mentally healthy workplaces make better business for all

As Mental Health Week kicks off, Queenslanders are urged to take time to focus on their mental wellbeing, while employers are asked to make their staff’s mental health a priority.

11 October 2021
Media release

Shane Webcke gets serious about work safety

Former footy warhorse Shane Webcke was famous for his on-field passion, determination and work ethic, but he’s now bringing these same qualities to his role as an advocate for work safety.

7 October 2021
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Her life in my hands – the Robyn Neilson story

Robyn Neilson was a first responder to her neighbour who suffered horrific injuries after her arm caught in a post-hole digger on a remote cattle property.

6 October 2021
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Annual review of medical fees

WorkCover Queensland is commencing the annual review of medical fees. Associations and providers can provide feedback by 22 October 2021.

30 September 2021
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Employers failing to hold insurance in the Queensland workers’ compensation scheme

One recent prosecution highlights just how seriously failing to hold workers' compensation insurance is taken in Queensland.

10 September 2021
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Responding to fraud in the Queensland workers’ compensation scheme

Fraud can and does occur in the world of workers’ compensation insurance. Three recent prosecutions highlight just how seriously workers’ compensation fraud is addressed in Queensland.

3 September 2021