Department of Labor Black Lung Service Provider

As part of the Department of Labor (DOL) Black Lung Benefits Act, coal miners who have filed a claim for benefits may be authorized to have a pulmonary evaluation paid for by the Department of Labor. The Occupational Lung Disease Clinic at National Jewish Health is a recognized provider for these black lung medical evaluations.

As a current or former miner, you may be eligible to participate in the FREE and confidential Miners Clinic of Colorado (MCC) screening program at National Jewish Health. Learn more about this screening program for coal and other miners.

Learn more about the Black Lung Benefits Act.

View a list of regional office contacts for the DOL Coal Workers’ Compensation Program.