I had hernia surgery due to heavy lifting and binding

You need to collect all of the relevant medical, get your doctor to complete a C-30 & MEDCO-14, and the file your claim. The forms can be obtained online at BWC and you can file your claim online on the BWC website.  Once you have a claim number, you can open an account on the BWC site and track your claim. If you want help, then you should seek the service of an attorney who is an OSBA Board Certified Worker's Compensation Specialist.