Worker Remains Entitled to Narcotic Pain Medication Treatment for Back Injury

The Montana Workers’ Compensation Court ruled that an injured worker remains entitled to coverage for prescription pain medications a treating doctor credibly stated were required to treat his pain from an old industrial injury, and maintain his status at maximum medical improvement. Case: Hagberg v. Ace American Insurance Co., No. 2018-4206, 04/15/2019, published. Facts: Terry Hagberg injured his back in May 2006 while working for NAES Power in Rosebud County. NAES had workers’ compensation insurance coverage with the Ace American Insurance Co., which accepted liability for...