Why is the new C-4 form so much longer than the old one?
The Board changed the C-4 to strengthen the entire workers’ compensation system for all parties, providers included. More information is now gathered up front for each case. That will reduce the number of disputed cases, so benefits will flow more quickly to injured workers. Provider reimbursement will therefore arrive faster. This increased emphasis on information accelerates the pace of all cases, so benefits across the system should see less delay. It is important to note, however, that the amount of additional information required to fill out the new form is less than might be expected by a simple comparison of the length of the old and new forms. One reason why the one-page C-4 is now four pages is simply better presentation. The new form is clearer and easier to read. The typeface is larger, there is more space to answer questions, and more white space is used between fields. That alone adds a whole page. There are now three questions regarding symptoms and nature of injury that
