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Bill would broaden workers' ability to seek out‑of‑network and medically appropriate care under state workers' comp
Summary
Engrossed second substitute SB 5847 would allow treating providers to deviate from L&I coverage decisions when medically appropriate, prohibit employers from coercing injured workers to use specific providers, expand limited out‑of‑network access based on county population/distance, and add protections for cancer monitoring and closed claims.
The committee heard an engrossed second substitute to Senate Bill 58 47, which would change several rules governing medical treatment under Washington's workers' compensation system.
Staff (Allison Ryan) said the bill allows providers to deviate from Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) coverage decisions when medically appropriate, prohibits employers from requiring or coercing injured workers to seek treatment from a specific provider, and requires L&I to investigate allegations of coercion. The bill also adjusts out‑of‑network access rules: if no in‑network provider is…
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