Injured on the Job? Find a DOL Doctor in Houston Who Knows Federal Workers' Comp.
You have the legal right to choose your own doctor. Choose a DOL doctor in Houston who is enrolled with the Department of Labor and knows exactly how to document, file, and support an OWCP claim, so your benefits aren't delayed, denied, or cut off.
- Every doctor in our Houston directory is OWCP-enrolled and experienced with FECA claims
- They bill OWCP directly, so you shouldn't pay out of pocket for authorized care
- They handle the CA-16, CA-17, CA-20 and the medical reports OWCP relies on
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Find a DOL Doctor Near You
Tell us where you are. We'll connect you with OWCP-enrolled doctors in the Houston area.
Houston Has Thousands of Great Doctors. Very Few Can Handle a Federal Comp Case.
Federal workers' comp is not Texas state workers' comp and it's not regular health insurance. Most Houston clinics aren't enrolled with OWCP, and many that are don't know what OWCP needs to see in the medical record. When the wrong doctor handles your case, you pay the price.
Don't Lose Your Benefits
OWCP decides your claim on the medical evidence. A vague note that doesn't explain how your job caused the injury is one of the most common reasons claims get denied or benefits stop.
Don't Pay Out of Pocket
Clinics that aren't OWCP-enrolled often bill your health insurance or bill you directly for care the Department of Labor should be paying for.
Don't Get Stuck With the Wrong Doctor
After your first choice, switching doctors generally requires a written request and approval from OWCP. Picking the right doctor the first time saves weeks of frustration.
You Choose Your Doctor. Not Your Supervisor. Not Your Agency.
Yes. Under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA), your agency must let you select a qualified physician as your treating (attending) physician (20 CFR 10.300). You can pick any qualified doctor, but choosing one who is enrolled with DOL-OWCP and experienced with federal claims is what keeps your case moving.
After an injury, it's common to be steered toward an agency clinic, an urgent care, or "whoever takes your insurance." You don't have to accept that. The attending physician you choose becomes the most important voice in your claim. Their reports decide whether OWCP accepts your injury, how long you're off work, what light-duty restrictions apply, and whether wage-loss benefits continue.
How to Find an OWCP Doctor in Houston in 3 Steps
No searching through dozens of clinics that turn you away the moment you say "federal workers' comp."
Tell Us Where You Are
Fill out the short form with your location and type of injury. It takes about a minute.
Get Matched With Enrolled Doctors
We connect you with Houston-area doctors who are OWCP-enrolled, experienced with FECA, and accepting federal injury patients.
Get Treated & Get Back to Life
Your doctor treats your injury, handles the OWCP paperwork, and bills the Department of Labor directly.
What an Experienced DOL-OWCP Doctor Does That Others Don't
Treating the injury is only half the job. In a federal comp case, the paperwork is the claim. Here's what our Houston doctors handle for you:
Authorization for Treatment
Completes the physician's portion of the CA-16 your agency issues, which can authorize initial treatment for up to 60 days.
Duty Status & Work Restrictions
Documents exactly what you can and can't do, so your agency can't push you back to full duty too soon.
Attending Physician's Report
Provides the diagnosis, treatment plan and findings OWCP needs to accept and process your claim.
Rationalized Medical Opinion
Explains, with medical reasoning, how your federal job caused or worsened your condition. This is the evidence OWCP weighs most heavily.
Wage-Loss Support
Provides the medical documentation behind your claims for compensation while you're unable to work.
Direct Billing to OWCP
Enrolled providers bill the Department of Labor directly under the OWCP fee schedule, not your health insurance.
An OWCP-Experienced Doctor vs. a Typical Houston Clinic
Same injury. Very different outcomes.
| Best DOL Doctors Network | Typical Clinic / Urgent Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolled with DOL-OWCP | ✓ Yes | ✕ Often not |
| Bills OWCP directly | ✓ Yes | May bill your insurance or you |
| Knows CA-16, CA-17, CA-20 | ✓ Yes | Unfamiliar with federal forms |
| Writes causation narratives OWCP accepts | ✓ Yes | Brief notes that invite denials |
| Understands FECA vs. Texas state comp | ✓ Yes | ✕ Frequently confused |
| Cost to you to find one | $0 | Hours of phone calls |
Houston Regenerative Therapy: OWCP-Enrolled Care in the Energy Corridor
A west Houston clinic in our directory, led by a pain-management physician with more than 20 years of Texas experience, that treats injured federal employees and handles the OWCP paperwork for them.
Houston Regenerative Therapy
11767 Katy Fwy #155Houston, TX 77079
(713) 777-7888
| Mon – Thu | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Sat – Sun | Closed |
Dr. Alj Sparrow, M.D.
Medical Director & Treating Physician
A graduate of Meharry Medical College, Dr. Sparrow completed her anesthesiology residency at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, an affiliate of Columbia University, in 1994. She has practiced in the Dallas and Houston areas for more than 20 years, including at Clearlake Regional Hospital, Mainland Hospital Center, and several Houston pain management clinics.
- Anesthesiology & Pain Management
- Member, American Medical Association
- Member, American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
- Member, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Dr. Ton Ha, D.C.
Clinical Director & Chiropractor
Dr. Ha studied undergraduate sciences at the University of Houston and earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Texas Chiropractic College. Active in his Houston community, he focuses on restoring function to the whole body and continues advanced training in areas such as extremity adjusting and acupuncture.
- Doctor of Chiropractic, Texas Chiropractic College
- B.S. studies, University of Houston
What Patients Say About Houston Regenerative Therapy
"I found them online because I needed to see a worker's comp doctor. I fell at work coming down the stairs… The staff there are some very nice people… I'm glad I've found them. I know I will be walking better in no time without my cane."
"They were able to fit me in the very same day, which I really appreciated. From the moment I arrived, the staff was welcoming and professional… I received care right away, and the entire experience was smooth and reassuring."
"I went to Houston Regenerative Therapy for a years long elbow pain issue that was getting worse over time… Dr. Ha came up with a treatment plan… Over the course of a few weeks of getting treatment, the pain in my elbow significantly decreased."
Excerpts from public Google reviews of Houston Regenerative Therapy. Read all reviews on Google. Individual results vary.
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Don't Let the Wrong Doctor Cost You Your Benefits.
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Federal Workers' Comp Doctors for Every Houston Federal Employee
Houston is home to one of the largest federal workforces in Texas: from the mail processing plants and the Port of Houston to Johnson Space Center and the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. If you're a civilian federal employee hurt on the job, FECA covers you.
Agencies & Employees We Help
Injuries & Conditions Treated
DOL Doctors Near You Across Greater Houston
Our directory includes OWCP-enrolled doctors serving injured federal employees throughout Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston and Brazoria counties, including:
- Houston
- North Houston / Greenspoint
- Pasadena
- Pearland
- Sugar Land
- Katy
- Cypress
- The Woodlands
- Spring
- Humble
- Kingwood
- Baytown
- Clear Lake
- League City
- Friendswood
- Missouri City
- Stafford
- Tomball
- Conroe
- Galveston
Houston Federal Workers' Comp FAQ
Can I choose my own doctor for a federal workers' comp claim in Houston?
Yes. Under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA) and its regulations (20 CFR 10.300), your agency must allow you to select a qualified physician as your attending physician. Your supervisor, agency, or a coworker cannot pick your doctor for you.
What is a DOL doctor or OWCP-enrolled doctor?
A DOL doctor is a physician or provider who is enrolled with the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) so they can treat federal employees and bill OWCP directly. The best DOL doctors also know how to write the medical reports and complete the forms OWCP needs to accept and keep paying a claim.
Can I switch to a different doctor later?
Usually only with OWCP approval. Under 20 CFR 10.316, if your original doctor refers you to a specialist you do not need approval, but in other cases you must submit a written request to OWCP to change physicians. That is why choosing an experienced, OWCP-enrolled doctor the first time matters.
Will I have to pay out of pocket to see a DOL doctor in Houston?
OWCP-enrolled providers bill OWCP directly for authorized treatment of accepted conditions, so you should not have to pay out of pocket for that care. If your agency issues a Form CA-16, it can authorize initial treatment for up to 60 days while your claim is being processed.
What paperwork will an OWCP doctor handle?
An experienced OWCP doctor completes the physician's section of the CA-16, work-restriction forms like the CA-17 Duty Status Report, attending physician reports such as the CA-20, and detailed narrative reports explaining how your job caused or worsened your condition. OWCP relies on that medical opinion to decide your claim.
Who is covered by FECA in the Houston area?
FECA covers civilian federal employees, including USPS letter carriers and clerks, VA medical center staff, NASA employees, CBP and TSA officers, Bureau of Prisons staff, IRS, SSA, FAA, and other federal agency workers. It does not cover active-duty military members or most private contractors.
What are the deadlines for filing a federal injury claim?
For a traumatic injury, file Form CA-1 within 30 days to be eligible for up to 45 days of Continuation of Pay (COP). Occupational disease claims use Form CA-2. FECA claims generally must be filed within 3 years of the injury, but filing quickly protects your benefits.
Does it cost anything to use Best DOL Doctors?
No. It is free for injured federal employees to use our directory and get connected with OWCP-enrolled doctors in the Houston area.
You Were Hurt Serving the Public. Get a Doctor Who Knows How to Fight for Your Claim.
Every day with the wrong doctor, or no doctor, is a day your claim can slip. Connect with an OWCP-enrolled Houston doctor now. It's free, it's fast, and the choice is yours.