Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Compensation Concierge Care – The New Standard
At Vitality Orthopedics & Biologics provides rapid-access orthopedic care for work-related injuries in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. Led by Dr. Connor Ziegler, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee, shoulder, elbow and sports injuries, his practice delivers:
- Fast appointments
- Evidence-based treatment plans
- Exceptional surgical outcomes
- Clear and consistent communication
- Concierge-level service for employers, adjusters, and injured workers
Our mission is to help employees return to work quickly, safely, and at peak function while minimizing claim duration and maximizing recovery potential. Don’t let your work-injured patients get lost in an overly busy private practice office. Dr. Connor Ziegler provides a concierge model that represents the new standard.
We are not contracted with any PPO or WC network and do not accept repriced rates. Services rendered will be billed at our WC fee schedule unless otherwise agreed in writing. Please have your adjuster email us at records@connorzieglermd.com to review rates and sign agreement form.
If you have a work injury and going through worker’s compensation insurance, please inform our staff immediately.
Contact your adjuster and request a prior authorization for a new patient consultation. Dr. Ziegler’s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174885883.
After you have obtained an authorization, you must provide our staff with the following information:
- Your claim number.
- The name of your company’s worker’s compensation insurance.
- Your employer’s name, telephone number and email if available.
- Your adjuster’s name, telephone number and email.
Rapid Access to Care
- Same-week new patient availability
- Immediate review of imaging and prior records
- Urgent triage for acute injuries
Specialized Orthopedic Expertise
Dr. Connor Ziegler focuses on:
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder labral tears
- Meniscus injuries
- ACL/PCL tears and other knee ligament injuries
- Biceps and triceps tendon injuries
- Cartilage injuries
- Shoulder, elbow and knee trauma
High-Value Surgical Outcomes
- State-of-the-art arthroscopy
- Accelerated postoperative rehabilitation protocols
- Tissue-preserving surgical techniques
- Proven return-to-work success rates
Superior Communication
- Timely visit notes, work restrictions, and updates
- Direct communication with adjusters and case managers
- Clear expectations from first visit through MMI
Efficient Billing Through DaisyBill
We use DaisyBill for all WC claims to ensure:
- Fast submission
- Accurate application of state fee schedules
- Immediate response to denials or underpayments
- And maximum allowable reimbursement
We accept referrals for all work-related orthopedic injuries, including:
Shoulder
- Rotator cuff tears
- Labral tears
- Shoulder instability
- Biceps tendon injuries
- AC joint injuries
- Clavicle injuries
Knee
- Meniscus tears
- ACL/PCL and other knee ligament injuries
- Cartilage damage
- Patellar instability
Elbow
- Distal biceps tendon tears
- Triceps tendon tears
Work Trauma
- Falls
- Lifting injuries
- Repetitive strain
- Direct impact injuries
Injuries We May Limit
- Multi-body-part cases
- Chronic pain-only referrals
- Long-duration litigated cases
(These may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.)
We believe in a functional, progressive return-to-work approach.
At each visit, we provide:
- Clear work status reports
- Updated restrictions
- Anticipated timelines
- Collaborative planning with employers, adjusters, and PTs
Our goals:
- Minimize lost time
- Restore strength and function
- Reduce recurrence risk
- Accelerate safe return to duty
We excel in managing work cases for patients who require high-level functional recovery.
Referral Review: Same business day
Initial Appointment: Within 1–5 business days (expedited access available)
Surgical Scheduling: Typically, 1–2 weeks after authorization
Documentation Timeline:
- Visit notes: same day or within 24 hours
- Work restrictions: same day
- Post-op updates: within 24 hours
- Adjuster/case manager callbacks: same day
Some employers and injured workers choose accelerated recovery tools such as:
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
- Bone Marrow Aspirate (BMA) injections
- Red light therapy
- Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
- Peptide-assisted recovery
- Performance optimization programs
These are options that can be delivered through WC insurance if authorized or cash-pay.
To expedite processing, please include:
Employee Information
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Contact phone/email
Claim Information
- Claim number
- Date of injury
- Accepted/authorized body part(s)
- Adjuster name and direct phone/email
- Employer name and HR contact
Medical Information
- Any prior imaging (MRI, X-ray)
- PT or prior treatment notes
- Prior surgical history (if relevant)
This information ensures fast scheduling and accurate documentation.
Referrals can be sent via:
Email: records@connorzieglermd.com
An intake form and questionnaire will be emailed along with secure link to upload pertinent medical documents and imaging. If outside imaging was done, it is recommended to either upload the imaging from a disc prior to the appointment (link will be provided for upload) or for the injured patient to bring a disc of their imaging with them to their appointment.
Location
Vitality Orthopedics and Biologics, PLLC
720 Hopmeadow St. STE 102 Simsbury, CT 06070
Closing Statement
Thank you for trusting Dr. Connor Ziegler with your Workers’ Compensation referrals. Our team is committed to delivering concierge experience, exceptional communication, rapid access, advanced orthopedic care, and reliable return-to-work outcomes for your injured workers.
We look forward to partnering with you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Connor Ziegler
At a Glance
Dr. Connor Ziegler
- Board-certified, fellowship-trained
- Author of numerous publications
- Recipient of Excellence in Research Award
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