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FL S0808
Bill
AI Summary
- Firefighters, law enforcement officers, correctional officers, and correctional probation officers may select a medical specialist for treatment of compensable presumptive conditions including tuberculosis, heart disease, or hypertension under workers' compensation
- Written notice of the selected medical specialist must be provided to the workers' compensation carrier, self-insured employer, or third-party administrator, except in emergency situations
- The carrier, self-insured employer, or third-party administrator must authorize the selected specialist or an alternative with equal or greater qualifications within 5 business days and schedule an appointment within 30 days; failure to respond within 5 business days automatically authorizes the firefighter's or officer's chosen specialist
- Reimbursement for treatment by a selected medical specialist is capped at 200 percent of the Medicare rate, and continuing care must be reasonable, necessary, and related to the covered condition
- Effective date is October 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Treatment by a Medical Specialist
Last Action
Chapter No. 2024-209
5/30/2024
Committee Referrals
Appropriations2/13/2024
Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government1/25/2024
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