Comp Bill Would Expand 'Attending Provider' List

A bill in Washington state would broaden who can be recognized as an “attending provider” under its workers' compensation system. H.B. 2243 would amend current law to include physical and occupational therapists among the health professionals eligible as attending providers for injured workers. Under current law, “attending provider” status in Washington’s workers' compensation system is limited to licensed physicians, chiropractic practitioners, dentists, nurse practitioners and a handful of other health professionals. H.B. 2243, prefile...