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AR SB507
Bill
Status
3/9/2021
Primary Sponsor
Trent Garner
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 11-9-517 to clarify reimbursement rules for durable medical equipment and medical supplies under workers' compensation law
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Requires durable medical equipment, medical supplies, home durable medical equipment, and infusion and oxygen services (excluding implantables) to be reimbursed at the lesser of billed charges or 100% of the applicable Medicare allowable amount
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Applies the reimbursement standard only when durable medical equipment and medical supplies are not included in the carrier's negotiated fee schedule
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Authorizes the Workers' Compensation Commission to establish rules and schedules of maximum allowable fees for medical services related to compensable injuries
Legislative Description
To Amend Certain Provisions Of Initiated Act 4 Of 1948; And To Clarify The Treatment Of Durable Medical Equipment Under The Workers' Compensation Law.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
10/15/2021