Purpose


The purpose and effect of these rule amendments are to (a) mandate the electronic submission of the information required in Forms DWC-21 (Reemployment Services Billing Form) and DWC-22 (Reemployment Status Review Form) from the carriers to the Bureau of Rehabilitation and Reemployment Services, resulting in increased workers’ compensation system efficiencies; (b) require qualified rehabilitation providers to have a business e-mail address thereby increasing efficiencies in the workers’ compensation system; (c) allow for on-the-job training that is temporary, thereby expanding the opportunities for injured employees to receive training; (d) clarify various Bureau of Rehabilitation and Reemployment Services procedures for screening cases under Section 440.491(6), Florida Statutes; (e) provide for cost containment, capping all services provided by qualified rehabilitation providers to the Bureau of Rehabilitation and Reemployment Services at $55.00 per hour; and (f) permit certain vocational assessments to be conducted by certified rehabilitation counselors or certified disability management specialists.