StacksVerified U.S. regulatory reference

20 CFR §10.302

Verified against eCFR.gov as of June 20, 2026View official text on eCFR.gov
If the employer doubts that the injury occurred, or that it is work-related, he or she should authorize medical care by completing Form CA-16 and checking block 6B of the form. If the medical and factual evidence sent to OWCP shows that the condition treated is not work-related, OWCP will notify the employee, the employer, and the physician or hospital that OWCP will not authorize payment for any further treatment.