Can I Get Mileage Reimbursed for Medical Appointments After a Work Injury in Florida?

If you’ve been injured at work, you are likely dealing with lost income, medical bills, and physical pain. An economic loss that is often overlooked is the cost of traveling to and from doctors, especially for injuries that require frequent appointments or long-distance travel to specialists. If you’re wondering whether you can get mileage reimbursed for travel to medical appointments after a work-related injury, continue reading for more information. Consult with a skilled attorney to learn more about your workers’ compensation benefits in Florida.

Can I Get Mileage Reimbursed for Medical Appointments After a Work Injury in FL?

Yes, under Florida’s updated workers’ compensation laws effective in 2026, injured workers may be entitled to reimbursement for mileage associated with traveling to and from authorized medical appointments.

This law recognizes that the cost of transportation, especially for those requiring frequent specialist visits or long-distance travel, can create a significant financial burden on top of lost wages and medical expenses.

To secure your reimbursement, it is important to maintain a detailed log of every trip, including the date, the specific facility visited, and the total miles driven. Florida law typically sets a specific rate per mile for these claims. Reimbursement may cover other related travel costs, such as tolls and parking fees, given that you keep accurate receipts. Because insurance carriers may sometimes overlook or dispute travel claims, it is recommended to work with a skilled workers’ compensation attorney to ensure you receive the benefits you are entitled to under the 2026 statutes.

What Types of Travel Are Covered?

Under Florida’s workers’ compensation laws, mileage reimbursement covers travel that is authorized and necessary for treating your work-related injury. The main types of covered travel include trips made to and from authorized medical appointments.

Specifically, this includes travel for:

• Doctor visits: Trips to see treating physicians or specialists
• Physical therapy: Travel to scheduled physical or occupational therapy sessions
• Medication pick-up: Trips to the pharmacy for prescriptions relating to the authorized injury
• Other necessary appointments: Any other necessary medical or diagnostic appointments related to the work injury

The law acknowledges the burden of frequent specialist visits or long-distance travel, ensuring compensation for these trips.

How is Mileage Calculated?

Many people confuse the mileage reimbursement rate under Florida workers’ compensation laws with the federal IRS standard mileage rate. However, the workers’ compensation rate is set independently by state statute.

As of March 2026, the approved rate for mileage reimbursement related to authorized medical travel is set at $0.445 per mile. This is intended to compensate the injured worker for the cost of operating their personal vehicle to attend doctor visits, physical therapy, and other necessary appointments.

Submitting accurate and complete records to the insurance carrier is crucial to ensuring you receive the full reimbursement amount of $0.445 per mile as mandated by the Florida statutes.