Medical-Only Claim Reimbursement Cap Climbs to $2,200

Oregon employers will be able to pay up to $2,200 for medical costs next year to avoid losses that could negatively affect their experience modifications. The Workers’ Compensation Division announced the employer-reimbursed medical service costs cap will increase to $2,200 per claim starting Jan. 1. Carriers must notify employers about their right to reimburse medical costs on accepted, nondisabling claims. “Reimbursed medical service costs cannot in any way be used to affect the employer’s experience rating modification or otherwise be charged against the employer,”...