Reduction of Worker’s SLU Award Not Supported by Evidence
A New York appellate court overturned a schedule loss of use award to a worker, finding the Workers’ Compensation Board’s assessment of the medical evidence was not supported by the…
OIR Holding Hearing on Proposed 15.1% Rate Cut Oct. 5
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation is holding a virtual public hearing Oct. 5 to take testimony on a proposal to reduce workers’ compensation rates by an average of 15.1%.
The…
DWC Posts Fee Schedule Adjustments
The California Division of Workers’ Compensation on Wednesday announced that it posted an order adopting the latest Medicare quarterly file for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies.
The order adopts…
WCA Reviewing Fee Schedule Changes
The New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Administration announced that it is considering changes to the 2023 Health Care Provider Fee Schedule.
The WCA director’s Medical Advisory Committee will discuss potential revisions during…
WCC Rules Would Mandate Electronic Notice of Court Actions
The Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court is holding a public hearing Oct. 12 on proposed rules that would require electronic notice of court actions.
The WCC is proposing to amend its rules…
DWS Proposes 6.5% Base Rate Decrease
The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services on Tuesday proposed a 6.5% average base rate decrease for 2024.
Robin Sessions Cooley
“The Workers’ Compensation Division has conducted a thorough review of our…