Oklahoma Workers’ Comp Medical Fee Schedule Approved

The Oklahoma Legislature has adopted a proposed new Medical Fee Schedule, the Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Commission (WCC) reported.

The WCC had submitted in House Joint Resolution (HJR) 1028; it goes into effect July 1, 2020.

The Medical Fee Schedule sets the maximum allowable rates of reimbursement for hospitals and medical services treating workers’ compensation injuries.

The WCC said it is the first update of the fee schedule since 2012. According to Commissioner Jordan Russell, who shepherded the schedule through the update process, going forward the fee schedule will be updated biannually.

The 2020 Medical Fee Schedule is available on the WCC’s website 2020 Medical Fee Schedule. Questions about the new Fee Schedule can be emailed to feeschedule@wcc.ok.gov.

Beginning in September 2019, the WCC worked with consulting firm FAIR Health to review and update the Fee Schedule. To ensure an impartial review, FAIR Health developed a data-driven approach through regional and nationwide comparisons of Oklahoma’s existing rates. They compared market information from a variety of sources, including public and private payers.

The WCC hosted two opportunities for public and stakeholder comments on the proposal. The first public comment period was held to assess the previous Fee Schedule and to identify areas which needed improvement. The second public comment period was held to receive input regarding the proposed Fee Schedule before its adoption by the three commissioners of the WCC and submission to the Legislature.

The new fee schedule was approved by Joint Resolution of both Houses of the Legislature, and has been signed by the governor.

Source: Oklahoma WCC

Topics Workers' Compensation Oklahoma