Workers' Compensation and Massage Therapy: What's Covered?

In some cases, massage therapy may be covered by workers' compensation insurance. This is typically the case if the massage is deemed to be medically necessary for the treatment of a work-related injury or condition. For example, if a worker suffers a back injury on the job, their doctor may prescribe massage therapy as part of their treatment plan. In this case, the workers' compensation insurance carrier would typically cover the cost of the massage therapy.

However, it is important to note that not all massage therapy services are covered by workers' compensation insurance. For example, massage therapy for relaxation purposes or for general wellness is not typically covered. Additionally, some workers' compensation insurance carriers may have specific limits on the amount of massage therapy that they will cover.

If you are considering massage therapy as a treatment for a work-related injury or condition, it is important to speak to your doctor and your workers' compensation insurance carrier to determine if the cost of the massage therapy will be covered.