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What changes does HB 7 make relating to designated doctors?

April 26, 2017changes designated doctors hb relating

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What changes does HB 7 make relating to designated doctors?

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A. Previously, a designated doctor (DD) examination was scheduled to resolve questions about maximum medical improvement (MMI) or impairment ratings (IR). Under HB 7, in addition to MMI and IR, a DD examination may also be used to resolve questions about extent of injury, disability, the ability to return to work, or similar issues. HB 7 provides for sanctions against designated doctors who fail to issue quality and timely decisions resulting from these exams.