DOL Doctors in Kansas City: Department of Labor Injury Care for Federal Employees
Looking for a doctor that takes DOL near you? Restore Muscle and Joint is a Kansas City DOL clinic on NW Barry Road where OWCP-enrolled providers treat federal employees injured on the job, bill the Department of Labor directly for accepted claims, and complete the reports your claim depends on.
FECA claims only · Medical director, chiropractic & physical therapy in one Kansas City DOL clinic
Dr. Chris Main, DO
Medical Director · 20+ years in occupational & workers' comp medicine
What is a DOL doctor?
A DOL doctor is a physician or other qualified provider enrolled with the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) to treat federal employees injured at work under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA). DOL doctors are private providers, not DOL employees. They bill OWCP directly for accepted conditions and submit the medical reports OWCP uses to decide your claim. In Kansas City, Restore Muscle and Joint at 4119 NW Barry Rd is an OWCP-enrolled DOL clinic.
Why federal employees in Kansas City need a doctor that takes DOL
Kansas City sits on two state lines, but if you work for the federal government, neither Missouri nor Kansas workers' comp applies to you. Your injury falls under FECA, run by the Department of Labor — and that changes who picks your doctor, who pays, and what paperwork matters.
| Federal employees (DOL / FECA) | Private employees (Missouri or Kansas workers' comp) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who chooses the doctor? | You do. FECA lets you make the initial choice of treating physician. | The employer generally selects or designates the treating provider. |
| Who pays? | OWCP (Department of Labor) pays enrolled providers directly for accepted conditions. | The employer's workers' comp insurance carrier. |
| Changing doctors | Written request to OWCP with your reasons; specialist referrals from your doctor don't need approval. | Governed by state law and the insurer. |
| Key paperwork | CA-1 or CA-2, CA-16, CA-17, CA-20, CA-7 | State-specific forms |
| Travel to appointments | Reasonable mileage is reimbursable using Form OWCP-957. | Varies by state |
That's why "any workers' comp doctor" isn't the same as a DOL doctor. A clinic that mostly treats private-sector comp cases may not be enrolled with OWCP, may not know the CA-20 and CA-17, or may wait for an employer to direct care that, under FECA, is your choice to make. Learn how federal workers' compensation works →
How to find a DOL doctor near you (and what to ask before you book)
Searching "DOL doctors near me" returns plenty of clinics, but your first choice of treating physician matters: after that, switching requires OWCP approval. Before you book, ask any Kansas City clinic these questions.
At Restore, the answer to every one is yes.
Ask us: (816) 452-4488- Are your providers enrolled with OWCP? Only enrolled providers can bill the Department of Labor.
- Do you bill OWCP directly? For accepted conditions, you shouldn't be asked for a copay or deductible.
- Will you complete my CA-20 and CA-17? These reports are how OWCP and your agency know your diagnosis and work restrictions.
- Do you request OWCP authorization when it's needed? Some treatment needs approval first; your clinic should submit it, not you.
- Can you connect my injury to my job in writing? A clear medical explanation of how the work incident caused your condition is the backbone of an accepted claim.
- Is care coordinated under one roof? Medical, chiropractic and physical therapy that share one plan means fewer gaps in your records.
What the Department of Labor covers at our Kansas City DOL clinic
FECA entitles you to the medical services a qualified provider prescribes and OWCP considers necessary to treat your work injury. At Restore, that includes:
Medical evaluation & management
Exams, diagnosis and treatment planning led by our medical director, including referrals for imaging and specialists when your injury needs them.
Physical therapy
One-on-one rehab with a Doctor of Physical Therapy focused on the strength and function your federal job demands.
Chiropractic care
DOL covers chiropractic manual manipulation of the spine to correct a subluxation shown on X-ray. We document it the way OWCP requires.
OWCP medical reports
CA-20 Attending Physician's Reports, CA-17 duty status reports and narrative reports that explain causation in plain medical terms.
OWCP forms guide →Impairment ratings
AMA Guides 6th Edition ratings for schedule awards, performed by a Certified 6th Edition Impairment Rater.
Impairment ratings →Travel reimbursement help
Mileage to authorized appointments is reimbursable through Form OWCP-957 (generally up to 100 miles round trip is considered reasonable). We'll show you how to file it.
What to bring to your first visit with a DOL doctor
Don't have everything? Come anyway — we'll help you track down what's missing. But these make your first visit faster:
- Your OWCP claim numberIf you have one yet. No number? Bring your CA-1 or CA-2 confirmation.
- Form CA-16If your agency issued one authorizing examination and treatment.
- Agency & supervisor infoAgency name, duty station and your supervisor's contact details.
- Injury detailsDate, time, place and exactly what you were doing when you were hurt.
- Prior recordsER or urgent care notes, imaging and any work restrictions you've been given.
The DOL doctors and providers you'll see
Every federal patient is treated by a coordinated team led by a medical director and founded by a chiropractor whose husband is a former letter carrier.
Dr. Kendra Pearson, DC
Certified 6th Edition Impairment Rater; 20+ years in healthcare.
Dr. Chris Main, DO
Board-certified; 20+ years in occupational and workers' comp medicine.
Chris Egorugwu, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy focused on return-to-duty rehab.
Dr. Cesar Torrano, DC
FECA-compliant spinal care with required X-ray documentation.
Kansas City patients rate us 4.8 out of 5
From 349 Google reviews. Read them on Google
— Caterina R., Google review ★★★★★"Moved to Restore from Concentra for my Physical Therapy… 200% better. They actually treat you like a human being & are attentive to your specific needs. The staff is extremely knowledgeable & respond personally to questions."
Kansas City DOL clinic on NW Barry Road
Our Northland clinic sits near I-29 and I-435, a short drive from Kansas City International Airport. Federal employees come to us from Kansas City, North Kansas City, Gladstone, Liberty, Parkville, Riverside, Platte City, Smithville, Kansas City KS, Independence, Overland Park, Lee's Summit and Leavenworth.
Restore Muscle and Joint – DOL Doctors Kansas City
- Address
- 4119 NW Barry Rd
Kansas City, MO 64154 - Phone
- (816) 452-4488
- Hours
- Call (816) 452-4488 for current hours
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Questions about DOL doctors in Kansas City
Is a DOL doctor the same as an OWCP doctor?
Yes. OWCP, the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs, is the part of the U.S. Department of Labor that runs federal workers' compensation, so "DOL doctor," "OWCP doctor" and "FECA doctor" all describe a provider enrolled with OWCP to treat injured federal employees.
How do I find a doctor that takes DOL near me in Kansas City?
Call the clinic and ask whether its providers are enrolled with OWCP and bill the Department of Labor directly. Restore Muscle and Joint at 4119 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO 64154 is an OWCP-enrolled DOL clinic; call (816) 452-4488.
Does my agency or supervisor pick my DOL doctor?
No. Under FECA, the initial choice of treating physician is yours. That's different from Missouri and Kansas workers' comp for private employees, where the employer generally selects the provider. Your agency also cannot authorize a change of physician; only OWCP can.
Can I switch to a DOL doctor at Restore if I'm already seeing someone else?
Usually, yes, with OWCP's approval. You submit a written request to OWCP explaining why you want to change physicians. OWCP often approves requests such as moving care to a provider who specializes in your type of injury. If your current doctor refers you to a specialist, no OWCP approval is needed for that referral. We can walk you through the request.
Do I pay anything to see a DOL doctor?
For accepted conditions, OWCP pays enrolled providers directly for authorized treatment, so there's no copay or deductible. If your claim hasn't been accepted yet, call us and we'll explain your options before your visit.
Does the Department of Labor pay for mileage to my appointments?
Yes. FECA reimburses reasonable and necessary travel to authorized medical appointments. Up to 100 miles round trip is generally considered reasonable, and you request reimbursement on Form OWCP-957.
Can a DOL doctor treat me if I haven't filed my claim yet?
Yes, you can be evaluated, but file right away. Report the injury to your supervisor and submit a CA-1 for a traumatic injury or a CA-2 for an occupational disease, usually through ECOMP. For traumatic injuries, filing within 30 days preserves eligibility for continuation of pay.
Is Restore part of the Department of Labor?
No. Restore Muscle and Joint is a private clinic whose providers are enrolled with OWCP to treat federal employees. Restore is in no way associated with or affiliated with the United States Department of Labor (DOL) or with OWCP.
See a DOL doctor in Kansas City
Tell us about your federal work injury and our team will call you to confirm your claim status, answer your DOL questions and schedule your first visit.
- OWCP-enrolled providers who bill DOL directly
- Medical director, chiropractic and PT in one clinic
- Help with CA-1, CA-2, CA-16 and OWCP-957 questions
Prefer to talk now? Call (816) 452-4488