What information is needed to close a claim?

The concept of "medically stationary status" is central to closing a claim because it indicates that the injured worker's condition has stabilized to the point where no further improvement can be reasonably expected from medical treatment. This status helps determine the final classification of the claim and evaluates the appropriate level of benefits and compensations owed to the injured worker.

When an individual reaches medically stationary status, it is often accompanied by a thorough evaluation from a healthcare provider who can confirm that the injured worker's recovery has plateaued. This information is crucial not only for resolving ongoing medical benefits but also for ensuring that any necessary permanent disability benefits can be calculated accurately. Thus, knowing that the claimant has reached this level of recovery is essential for the claims adjuster to proceed with claim closure appropriately.

The other options might provide helpful information but do not serve the same fundamental purpose as confirming medically stationary status. For instance, while the last medical treatment date could indicate the timeline of treatment, it does not inherently signal the resolution of the medical situation. Email confirmation from the insurer or a personal statement from the injured worker could provide additional context or information but are not as definitive as the medically stationary status concerning closing a claim.