Physicians need to send us this report within three business days of the patient’s first visit if the physician suspects the worker may be away from work beyond the day of injury or if the claim is for a hernia, back condition, shoulder or knee strain/sprain, occupational disease, or mental disorder.

This report is also used to submit a progress report if the worker's condition or treatment has changed since last report or if the worker is ready for return to work.  

Form 8 is used for the first visit and Form 11 is used for any future reports on the same claim. For more information on submitting your report, see the Physician Form 8/11 Reference Guide.