Hawaii SB2393 amends workers' compensation procedures by updating how treatment plans are communicated and responded to by employers.

Hawaii SB2393 modifies the workers' compensation process by allowing physicians to send treatment plans to employers via mail, facsimile, or secure electronic means. Employers must respond to these plans within seven days, either accepting or objecting to them. Failure to respond within the specified period results in a $500 fine. The bill also clarifies that a treatment plan is deemed accepted if the employer does not object within the seven-day period. This legislation does not impact rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date.

Hawaii SB2393 amends workers' compensation procedures by updating how treatment plans are communicated and responded to by employers.

Hawaii SB2393 modifies the workers' compensation process by allowing physicians to send treatment plans to employers via mail, facsimile, or secure electronic means. Employers must respond to these plans within seven days, either accepting or objecting to them. Failure to respond within the specified period results in a $500 fine. The bill also clarifies that a treatment plan is deemed accepted if the employer does not object within the seven-day period. This legislation does not impact rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date.