New York A06205 amends the workers' compensation law to streamline the process for injured workers to obtain treatment.

New York A06205 amends the workers' compensation law to simplify the procedure by which injured workers obtain treatment for injuries covered by the law. It specifies that the list of pre-authorized procedures is to be used only as a list of treatments that do not require insurance carrier approval. The bill ensures that varied treatment is not prohibited if the treating provider demonstrates its appropriateness and medical necessity. This change aims to expedite the authorization of treatment for injured workers.

New York A06205 amends the workers' compensation law to streamline the process for injured workers to obtain treatment.

New York A06205 amends the workers' compensation law to simplify the procedure by which injured workers obtain treatment for injuries covered by the law. It specifies that the list of pre-authorized procedures is to be used only as a list of treatments that do not require insurance carrier approval. The bill ensures that varied treatment is not prohibited if the treating provider demonstrates its appropriateness and medical necessity. This change aims to expedite the authorization of treatment for injured workers.