Bill > A00852

This bill authorizes licensed clinical social workers to provide services to injured employees under workers' compensation coverage. It establishes that a special authorization shall be provided by the clinical social work practice committee. The bill sets out the requirements and procedures for licensed clinical social workers to be authorized to provide these services, including the ability to conduct independent medical examinations related to the need for clinical social work services. The bill also outlines the process for billing and payment for these services, as well as the oversight and disciplinary procedures for authorized clinical social workers.