Carmack v. State, Department of Agriculture

HANKINSON, JAMES C, Associate Judge.

This workers’ compensation appeal arises out of Claimant’s injuries suffered while working for the Division of Forestry. Claimant requested treatment for injuries to his right leg and lower back and for mental and emotional difficulties. The Employer/Carrier (E/C) accepted the com-pensability of only the leg and back conditions. Claimant requested a referral for psychiatric treatment from the Carrier and, receiving no authorization, sought treatment on his own with a psychiatrist, Dr. Walker. At the hearing, the JCC ruled that the E/C was responsible for…