Occupational Medicine | University of Utah Health

What services does University of Utah Health Occupational Medicine offer?

Occupational Medicine Clinics treat work-related injuries and provide preventive work physicals; board-certified physicians manage patients from time of injury through follow-up therapy as necessary.

How accessible are urgent cases and follow-up care?

Clinics are committed to ready access for urgent cases and efficient turn-around for reporting and follow-up care.

Where are the two locations and what are their addresses?

South Jordan Health Center, 5126 W. Daybreak Parkway, South Jordan, UT 84009; Redwood Health Center, 1525 West 2100 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84119.

How is billing handled for workers' compensation and exams?

Workplace injuries are covered by employers’ workers compensation insurance. The University of Utah Occupational Medicine accepts all workers compensation insurances and can directly bill employers for exam services, including labs and testing. Individuals may request exams on a self-pay basis.

Can exams and testing be completed in one visit?

Most testing for most exams is completed during the same visit at either the Redwood Health Center or the South Jordan Health Center.

What about case management and return-to-work processes?

Full-time case managers support injured workers through the workers’ compensation system to minimize delays and lost work time, providing information to minimize overall cost.

Who provides the medical guidelines and return-to-work processes?

Medical providers author and apply state-of-the-art occupational medical treatment guidelines and facilitate return to work with minimal or no lost work time.

Are walk-ins accepted for new injuries or only appointments?

Workers with new injuries can be seen on a scheduled or walk-in basis with appointments for follow-up care.