Plano Injury Clinic for OWCP Work Injuries & Car Accidents
Blue Star Rehabilitation Plano, on Preston Road where Plano meets Far North Dallas in Collin County, is a physician-led injury clinic near the President George Bush Turnpike and Dallas North Tollway. We treat federal employees with DOL/OWCP workers' compensation claims and people hurt in car wrecks, truck accidents, and other personal injuries, with same-day appointments, bilingual staff, and every form and record your claim needs.
- OWCP-enrolled DOL doctors
- Car accident & whiplash care
- LOP, PIP & MedPay accepted
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · English & Spanish
Blue Star Rehabilitation Plano
- Address
- 17754 Preston Rd, #100
Dallas, TX 75252 - Phone
- (972) 476-9036 · Main line (800) 254-6427
- Hours
Monday–Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed - Getting here
- On Preston Road at the Plano–Far North Dallas line, in Collin County. Mailing address is Dallas 75252. Close to the President George Bush Turnpike (SH-190) and the Dallas North Tollway. Suite #100.
Where Can I Find an OWCP Doctor or Car Accident Doctor in Plano?
Blue Star Rehabilitation Plano, at 17754 Preston Rd, #100, Dallas, TX 75252, on the Plano–Far North Dallas line in Collin County, treats federal employees with Department of Labor (DOL) OWCP workers' compensation claims and people injured in car, truck, and other accidents. The clinic is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, and serves Plano, Far North Dallas, Richardson, Addison, Carrollton, and Frisco. Care includes physician evaluations, personal injury chiropractic care, physical therapy, and the medical documentation that OWCP claims and auto injury cases require. Call (972) 476-9036. No referral is needed.
- OWCP-enrolled; billed directly to OWCP
- CA-16, CA-17 & CA-20 completed
- Car wreck, truck & whiplash treatment
- Letters of Protection, PIP & MedPay
- Physician-led care since 2011
- English & Spanish · same-day visits
DOL & OWCP Doctors in Plano for Injured Federal Workers
Federal employees live and work throughout Collin County and North Dallas, from postal carriers on fast-growing routes in Plano, Frisco, Allen, and McKinney to federal office staff who commute up the tollway. When federal employees are hurt on the job, they're covered by the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA), not Texas workers' comp. Under FECA you can choose your own initial treating physician, as long as the provider can be paid by OWCP.
Blue Star's federal workers' compensation doctors in Plano are OWCP-enrolled and know the paperwork that keeps a claim moving: the CA-16 treatment authorization, CA-17 duty status reports, CA-20 attending physician's reports, and the "rationalized medical opinion" OWCP needs to connect your injury to your job.
North Dallas and Collin County federal employees we treat
- USPS letter carriers, rural carriers, and clerks in Plano, Richardson, Frisco, Allen, and McKinney
- VA employees who live in Collin County and North Dallas
- SSA and IRS office employees across North Texas
- TSA officers commuting to Dallas Love Field and DFW Airport
- Federal law enforcement and DoD civilian employees
- Every other FECA-covered federal agency
OWCP claim essentials
| Form / rule | What to know |
|---|---|
| CA-1 | Traumatic injury. File within 30 days to protect up to 45 days of continuation of pay. |
| CA-2 | Occupational disease that developed over time. |
| CA-16 | Employer authorizes treatment, issued within 4 hours and valid up to 60 days. |
| CA-17 | Duty status report with your work restrictions. |
| CA-20 | Attending physician's report on diagnosis and causation. |
| Cost to you | OWCP pays for accepted claims. Providers can't balance-bill you (20 CFR 10.813). |
Car Accident Doctor & Car Wreck Clinic in Plano
The Dallas North Tollway, President George Bush Turnpike, US-75, Sam Rayburn Tollway, and Preston Road carry heavy commuter traffic through Plano and North Dallas, and crashes on them bring a steady stream of auto injury patients to our Preston Road clinic. Many feel fine at the scene and wake up a day or two later with neck pain, back pain, or headaches. That's when an evaluation matters most.
As a personal injury clinic, we treat your injuries and document them from the first visit: how the crash caused them, your treatment, and your progress. Insurers and attorneys rely on those records, and gaps in treatment are one of the first things insurers use to dispute a claim.
Auto accident injuries we treat in Plano
- Whiplash and neck sprain/strain
- Back and disc injuries, including herniated discs and sciatica
- Truck and 18-wheeler wreck injuries
- Shoulder, knee, and wrist injuries from bracing on impact
- Post-accident headaches and soft-tissue injuries
- Rideshare, motorcycle, pedestrian, and slip-and-fall injuries
Personal injury chiropractor + physicians + PT
Many Plano accident clinics offer chiropractic alone. Blue Star coordinates three disciplines in one plan:
- Physicians: diagnosis, medication management, imaging referrals
- Personal injury chiropractors: adjustments for neck and back injuries
- Physical therapists: rehab that restores strength and motion
Severe pain, numbness, a head injury, or trouble breathing? Go to the ER or call 911 first. See us for follow-up care.
Whiplash Treatment in Plano
Whiplash is the most common car accident injury. It happens when a collision, usually a rear-end crash, snaps the head forward and back and strains the muscles, ligaments, and tendons of the neck. Symptoms often appear 24 to 72 hours later.
Evaluate
Exam of the neck, spine, and nerve function, with X-rays or MRI referral when needed.
Adjust
Gentle chiropractic care to restore alignment and range of motion.
Rehabilitate
Physical therapy and soft-tissue work to rebuild neck strength.
Document
Re-evaluations that track your recovery for your claim.
Watch for: neck pain and stiffness, headaches at the base of the skull, shoulder or upper-back pain, reduced range of motion, and arm tingling or numbness.
How Treatment Is Paid For at Blue Star Plano
Federal work injuries
OWCP pays for treatment of accepted FECA claims directly. No copays or deductibles. A CA-16 from your employer can authorize care while your claim is reviewed.
Car accidents with an attorney
Your attorney issues a Letter of Protection (LOP), and your bills are paid from your settlement, so treatment can start now.
Car accidents without an attorney
Texas auto policies include at least $2,500 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) unless rejected in writing. MedPay and health insurance may also apply.
Why Blue Star Plano
Easy North Dallas Access
Right on Preston Road, close to the Bush Turnpike and Dallas North Tollway.
Physician-Led
Medical Director oversight, not chiropractic alone. That matters for OWCP rules and for injury documentation.
Both Systems, Mastered
FECA/OWCP federal claims and Texas auto injury claims run on different rules. We handle both every day.
Same-Day Visits
Prompt evaluation protects your recovery and your claim.
English & Spanish
Bilingual staff to explain your care and your paperwork.
Since 2011
Over a decade treating injured North Texans.
Medical Director Ravi B. Patel, M.D.
Care at Blue Star Plano is overseen by Dr. Ravi B. Patel, an internal medicine physician named one of D Magazine's Best Doctors in Dallas ten times (2012–2025). As a former Chief of Staff of an acute rehabilitation hospital, he brings hospital-level rehabilitation experience to how Blue Star coordinates physician, chiropractic, and therapy care for federal workers and accident patients.
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Internal Medicine
- D Magazine Best Doctors: 2012, 2013, 2016–2019, 2022–2025
- Former Chief of Staff, acute rehabilitation hospital
- Hospital committee service; medical mission to Honduras (1,400+ patients)
What Blue Star Patients Say
Blue Star Rehabilitation is rated 4.7 stars across 126 Google reviews at our four DFW locations (as of October 2026).
Clarissa T.Google review · Plano"Dr Macy's is very kind he helps me with me exercises and try to implement new ones to get my back to feeling better"
Candace L.Google review"Wonderful center! The chiropractors were extra nice and attentive. I was in a major car wreck 5 months ago with a back injury. Today I've been feeling great thanks to those rehab appointments."
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Serving Plano, Far North Dallas & Collin County
Our Preston Road location sits on the Plano–Dallas line, convenient for West Plano, Far North Dallas, Prestonwood, Bent Tree, and the suburbs along the tollway. Patients across Collin and northern Dallas counties choose Blue Star Plano for OWCP care and car accident treatment.
Closer to another clinic? Visit our Irving, Dallas, or Fort Worth clinics.
- Plano
- West Plano
- Far North Dallas
- Prestonwood
- Bent Tree
- Preston Hollow
- Addison
- Richardson
- Carrollton
- Frisco
- Allen
- McKinney
- The Colony
- Murphy
- Collin County
Blue Star Plano FAQs
Where is Blue Star Rehabilitation's Plano clinic?
Blue Star Rehabilitation Plano is at 17754 Preston Rd, #100, Dallas, TX 75252, on the Plano–Far North Dallas line in Collin County, near the President George Bush Turnpike and Dallas North Tollway. Call (972) 476-9036.
Why does the Plano clinic have a Dallas address?
The clinic sits on Preston Road at the Plano–Far North Dallas line in Collin County. Its mailing address uses Dallas 75252, but it serves patients throughout Plano, Far North Dallas, and Collin County.
What are the Plano clinic's hours?
Blue Star Plano is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday. Same-day appointments are often available.
Is there a DOL or OWCP doctor in Plano?
Yes. Blue Star Rehabilitation Plano has OWCP-enrolled providers who treat federal employees injured on the job under FECA, bill OWCP directly, and complete the CA-16, CA-17, and CA-20 medical forms.
Do I pay anything to see an OWCP doctor in Plano?
For an accepted OWCP claim, OWCP pays for your treatment directly, and providers may not bill you the difference when OWCP reduces a fee (20 CFR 10.813). A CA-16 from your employer can authorize treatment for up to 60 days while your claim is reviewed.
What should I do after a car accident in Plano?
Get safe and call 911, document the scene, and see a doctor within 72 hours even if you feel fine. Notify your insurer and ask about your PIP and MedPay coverage. Blue Star Plano offers same-day appointments for car accident injuries.
Where can I get whiplash treatment in Plano?
Blue Star Rehabilitation Plano treats whiplash with a physician evaluation, chiropractic adjustments, and physical therapy, and documents your recovery for your claim. Call (972) 476-9036 to schedule.
Is there a personal injury chiropractor in Plano that takes Letters of Protection?
Yes. Blue Star Plano's personal injury chiropractors work under Letters of Protection from your attorney, and also accept PIP, MedPay, and health insurance, with care coordinated alongside physicians and physical therapists.
How do I pay for car accident treatment in Plano without a lawyer?
You can use Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which Texas auto policies include at a $2,500 minimum unless it was rejected in writing, as well as MedPay or health insurance. A lawyer isn't required to be treated.
Does Blue Star Plano have Spanish-speaking staff?
Yes. Blue Star Rehabilitation has bilingual English and Spanish staff.
Do I need a referral to be seen in Plano?
No referral is needed. Federal employees can choose Blue Star as their treating physician under FECA, and accident patients can schedule directly.
Sources & References
- U.S. Department of Labor, Division of Federal Employees' Compensation (FECA)
- 20 CFR Part 10: Claims for Compensation Under FECA (including §10.300 on CA-16, §10.311 on chiropractic services, and §10.813 on balance billing)
- Texas Insurance Code Chapter 1952, Subchapter D: Personal Injury Protection Coverage
- TxDOT: How to Obtain a Texas Crash Report (CR-3)
Request a Free Consultation
Tell us a little about your injury and the clinic most convenient for you. A Blue Star team member will contact you, usually the same business day, to schedule your visit and answer questions about your OWCP claim or accident case at our Plano clinic.
Prefer to talk now? Call any location directly:
- Plano clinic(972) 476-9036
- Main line(800) 254-6427
- Dallas(972) 296-2171
- Irving(972) 445-4134
- Fort Worth(817) 560-4540