New York A01423 mandates electronic filing of independent medical examination reports and requires mailing to claimants unless they opt out.

New York A01423 amends the workers' compensation law to require practitioners to submit reports of independent medical examinations by electronic filing. Additionally, the practitioner must mail a copy of the report to the claimant on the same day it is electronically filed, unless the claimant opts out by providing written notice to the board. This act takes effect immediately.

New York A01423 mandates electronic filing of independent medical examination reports and requires mailing to claimants unless they opt out.

New York A01423 amends the workers' compensation law to require practitioners to submit reports of independent medical examinations by electronic filing. Additionally, the practitioner must mail a copy of the report to the claimant on the same day it is electronically filed, unless the claimant opts out by providing written notice to the board. This act takes effect immediately.