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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act would make it so that an MCO plan could not discriminate against any willing provider in its area. The Act would expand the kinds of providers who may treat injured workers as attending physicians. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.6). Requires for the certification of a managed care provider plan that the plan not discriminate against any willing provider within the geographical service area of the managed care organization. Includes nurse practitioners, physician associates, chiropractic physicians and naturopathic physicians in the definition of “attending physician” for purposes of the treatment of workers’ compensable injuries.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to workers' compensation laws, primarily by expanding the definition of "attending physician" to include nurse practitioners, physician associates, chiropractic physicians, and naturopathic physicians, thereby allowing these professionals to treat injured workers and authorize benefits. It also prohibits managed care organizations (MCOs) from discriminating against any willing provider within their service area, ensuring broader access to care for injured workers. Additionally, the bill clarifies and modifies provisions related to claim closure, permanent partial disability awards, and reemployment rights, aiming to streamline processes and ensure fair treatment for injured workers.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Health Care Work Session (15:00:00 2/12/2026 HR 60) (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/HB4119 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB4119 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/94056 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB4119/Introduced |
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