MS HB839

Requires claimants to file medical records supporting workers' compensation claims when filing a petition to controvert, or within 60 days thereafter, with failure to do so potentially resulting in claim dismissal.

Mandates employers or carriers notify employees during the final six months of the two-year statute of limitations that their right to benefits may be barred, with notice allowed electronically if receipt is acknowledged; extends statute of limitations by 60 days if notice is given late to employees still receiving medical treatment.

Exempts from public disclosure certain Workers' Compensation Commission records including noncontroverted case medical reports, rehabilitation reports, psychological reports, First Report of Injury Forms, and data compilations, while allowing employers and insurance carriers to inspect employee's prior workers' compensation claims records.

Permits electronic service of cancellation and nonrenewal notices to insureds for workers' compensation policies, provided receipt is acknowledged, in addition to existing personal service and certified mail options.

Exempts from the Mississippi Public Records Act records of the Mississippi Workers' Compensation Commission containing personal, private, or identifying information of any person with a claim or potential claim under workers' compensation law, effective July 1, 2021.