Bill > A01423

This bill amends the workers' compensation law to modify the process for submitting independent medical examination (IME) reports. Currently, practitioners must submit a copy of each IME report to multiple parties including the workers' compensation board, insurance carrier, claimant's physician, claimant's representative, and the claimant. The bill now requires these reports to be submitted through electronic filing in addition to other methods, with electronic filing through the board's system considered a valid submission. Furthermore, the bill mandates that practitioners mail a copy of the IME report directly to the claimant on the same day the report is electronically filed, unless the claimant specifically opts out of this requirement by providing written notice to the board. This change aims to improve communication and transparency in the workers' compensation process by ensuring claimants receive their medical examination reports promptly and through multiple channels.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1423