WV HB2682

Creates a new category for workers' compensation claims involving pulmonary massive fibrosis without current pulmonary impairment, allowing affected workers to file claims before symptoms fully manifest

Establishes tiered payment guidelines for pulmonary massive fibrosis without current impairment: Category A receives 10%, Category B receives 20%, and Category C receives 30%

Requires claimants to submit written certification from a board-certified pulmonologist confirming the diagnosis of complicated pneumoconiosis or pulmonary massive fibrosis

Claims under this provision must be filed within one year of meeting the certification requirements, and claimants must prove the employer fraudulently concealed or manipulated dust samples or air quality samples

Modifies existing workers' compensation law to distinguish between pulmonary massive fibrosis with current impairment (requiring 15% pulmonary impairment) and cases without current impairment