Eligibility
All employees at the Medical College who receive wages or a stipend are covered under the New York State Workers’ Compensation Law for on-the-job or work related injuries or illnesses, regardless of where such injuries or illnesses occur.
Coverage
By policy, a totally disabled eligible academic staff member will receive salary continuance of full base salary for the first thirteen (13) weeks, and 2/3 base salary for the second thirteen (13) weeks, of a compensable absence.
If the disabled employee is only able to return on a part-time basis, the employee will receive a supplement which together with earnings will not exceed the benefits outlined above.
In some instances of less than total permanent disability, the employee will receive compensation for the injury as determined by the Workers’ Compensation Board. Individuals should consult the Human Resources Department for further information.
Procedures
ALL ACCIDENTS MUST BE REPORTED TO THE DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR. The employee should immediately report to the Workforce Health and Safety Clinic Services (WHS), (1315-1319 York Avenue (PY020) or call 212-746-4370) during regular working hours or the Emergency Department of the New York- Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center during other hours. Charges for treatment will be sent directly to the administrator for the Medical College Workers’ Compensation program by that facility. If an initial or follow-up visit is made to a doctor, or if other medical services are utilized, the bills may be sent to the Benefits Office, Human Resources Department, 575 Lexington Avenue, Suite 690, New York, NY 10022. The Benefits Office should also be informed immediately of the injury or illness through a “Supervisor’s Accident Report,” so that the appropriate claim forms can be filed. When appropriate, accidents should be reported immediately to the Life Safety Officer.