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FL S0362
Bill
AI Summary
- Increases the maximum witness fee for health care providers giving depositions from $200 to $300 per hour under Florida's Workers' Compensation Law
- Raises the cap on expert witness fees for those who only reviewed medical records or provided unrelated services from $200 to $300 per day
- Increases maximum reimbursement for physicians licensed under chapter 458 or 459 from 110% to 175% of the Medicare reimbursement rate (or the three-member panel rate as of January 1, 2003, whichever is greater)
- Increases maximum reimbursement for surgical procedures from 140% to 210% of the Medicare reimbursement rate (or the three-member panel rate as of January 1, 2003, whichever is greater)
- Takes effect January 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Medical Treatment Under the Workers' Compensation Law
Last Action
Chapter No. 2024-241
6/17/2024
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Policy1/24/2024
Health Policy1/10/2024
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