OWCP - DOL Initial Claims Processing Tutorial

Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break · Mar 5, 2026 · 25m

OWCP CLAIMS PROCESSING –

Certain procedures and responsibilities have to be accomplished once the

forms and information have reached OWCP for appropriate adjudication of

claim.

A. Initial Processing –

Once claim is received with all supporting documentation (when possible)

claim number will be assigned to the case. OWCP will notify the

employee and agency once claim has been received. Uncontroverted

claims with medical bills totaling less than $1500 will be administratively

closed by OWCP. Thos claims not meeting that criteria will be assigned to

a claims examiner for formal adjudication…