WCD Updates Change-of-Physician Form

The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division updated forms used by injured workers to request a change in attending physician or authorized nurse practitioner. The division said it updated the form to account for a provision from HB 3412 that takes effect Jan. 1 and allows physician assistants to assume the role of attending physician for 180 days from the worker’s first visit. The revised form also includes updated email addresses, logos, and a reference to the now-named Ombuds Office for Oregon Workers.  Insurers are required to provide workers with a copy of Form 2332, &ldq...