DWC Posts Adjustments to Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule

The California Division of Workers’ Compensation posted an order adjusting the pathology and clinical laboratory section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule to conform to changes in the Medicare payment system. The order adopts Medicare’s July 2022 quarterly update to the pathology and clinical laboratory fee schedule. In addition, DWC orders continued use of prices for specified COVID-19 testing codes based upon 120% of the rate established by the California Medicare Administrative Contractor. The order adopting the OMFS adjustment is effective for services rendered on or afte...