HB5182

Worker's compensation: benefits; time period an injured worker may seek treatment from the injured worker's own physician or provider; modify, and provide additional requirements for the payment of medical benefits. Amends sec. 315 of 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.315).

Introduced·10/30/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB5182 modifies worker's compensation benefits, including time limits for treatment and additional requirements for medical benefit payments.

Michigan HB5182 amends worker's compensation laws to modify the time period an injured worker may seek treatment from their own physician or provider. It mandates that employers furnish reasonable and timely medical, surgical, and hospital services, dental care, crutches, and other necessary items to injured employees. The bill also sets criteria for utilization review, ensuring health care and health services provided meet medically accepted standards. It outlines procedures for preauthorization of medical benefits and penalties for submitting false information.

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History

Nov 4, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/30/2025

Oct 30, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Tyrone Carter

Oct 30, 2025

House

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