Summary


The proposed rules address revisions to Rules 69L-7.020, (Florida Workers’ Compensation Health Care Provider Reimbursement Manual) and 69L-7.100, F.A.C. (Florida Workers’ Compensation Reimbursement Manual for Ambulatory Surgical Centers). Each proposed rule incorporates an updated (2010) edition of its respective reimbursement manual, which publishes the maximum reimbursement allowances (MRAs) as established by the Three Member Panel, pursuant to Section 440.13(12), F.S. The rules also incorporate updated reference materials, guidelines regarding the medical billing process, and utilize efficient new formats. Additionally, the ASC Manual, as amended, incorporates certain policy language currently contained within Rule 69L-7.602, F.A.C. (Florida Workers’ Compensation Medical Services Billing, Filing and Reporting Rule).