Ellen fell at work and twisted her ankle. She reported the accident to her supervisor, received appropriate medical treatment, and had to miss 3 days of work. The cost of her medical bills would be covered under:

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Workers' compensation is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a direct result of their job. This includes medical expenses and lost wages, which Ellen would be eligible for due to her work-related injury. A self-insured healthcare plan or a preferred provider organization plan would not typically cover work-related injuries. Unemployment insurance and Medicare would also not apply in this situation.

Ellen Fell at Work and Twisted Her Ankle