Bill Would Create Medical Claims Database, Revise Fee Schedule

A bill introduced in Louisiana would establish a statewide workers' compensation medical claims database and overhaul how provider reimbursements are calculated. SB 408, introduced Tuesday, would require Louisiana Works, the state’s workers' compensation administration, to create and maintain an “All Workers’ Compensation Medical Claims Database” containing medical and pharmacy claims submitted by all payers in the state. The database is intended to improve transparency in reimbursement trends, monitor utilization and outcomes, and help detect fraud and system ...