Washington

February 13, 2012 Washington News: The
Department of Labor & Industries is seeking
input from the public on draft rules for
implementing portions of the workers' comp
medical network that will launch in 2013

February 06, 2012: Washington News: L&I
seeks public comment on rules for Structured
Settlements

January 10, 2012: Washington News:
Businesses that help their injured workers
stay on the job may be eligible for
reimbursement

December 09, 2011: Washington News:
No increase for workers' compensation rates
in 2012 The Department of Labor &
Industries (L&I) has announced there will be
no increase in workers' compensation rates
next year. This is the first time since 2007
that the agency has not increased its rates.

December 01, 2011: Washington News:
Investing in occupational health "best
practices" improves outcomes for injured
workers, study finds

November 16, 2011: Washington State: News
The Department of Labor & Industries is
seeking public comments on draft standards
for health-care providers who treat injured
workers. The new standards are the first step
in creating a statewide network of providers
to treat people with work-related injuries and
illnesses.

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The injured employee selects an initial treating provider who must be qualified
according to the state guidelines. The injured employee may request a change of
treating provider in writing during the course of treatment, but the request must
be approved by the employer or the Department of Labor and Industries. The
employee may select his/her own pharmacy or select a pharmacy from the
Express Scripts pharmacy network. Emergency medical care does not require
preapproval and should be secured at the nearest location