DWC to Increase Fees for Designated, Certifying Doctor Training

The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation is increasing fees on optional training courses, webinars and workshops for designated doctors and certifying doctors next year. The increased fees will help cover the cost of hosting the training sessions, which includes registration and application fees for continuing medical education, the division said. A designated doctor is selected by DWC to resolve questions about an injured employee's medical condition or resolve a dispute about a work-related injury or illness. The injured employee, the employee's representative or insurance...