Washington State Gov. Chris Gregoire has signed into law a bill that orders the states Department of Labor and Industries to form a statewide medical provider network for injured workers.
The new law will reportedly trim $218 million in spending over four years from Washingtons monopoly workers compensation system by forming a network of doctors who meet a number of standards and apply best practices. (WCxKit)
Additionally, the law allows injured workers to choose their doctor within the network and calls for formulating an electronic system to track “evidence-based quality measures and outcomes,” according to a statement.
“We know we need to help more workers return to good health and back on the job after an injury, as well as reduce costs for our taxpayers and businesses,” Gov. Gregoire remarked in the statement.
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