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OWCP Second Opinion Supplemental Report Request Tutorial
Today we’re talking about a common challenge: when an OWCP second opinion (SECOP) doctor gives an opinion you disagree with, leaves key questions unanswered, or when the claims examiner misinterprets the report.
You don’t have to accept incomplete or unclear medical evidence. There are established procedures under the FECA Act, the DFEC Procedure Manual, and related guidance that allow you (or your treating physician) to push for clarification through a supplemental report. Let’s walk through the steps.
Section 1: When a Supplemental Report Makes Sense
OWCP often refers claimants for a second…
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