Injured Workers Pharmacy: News

State of the States, August 13

Written by Jayne Kresac Esq. | Aug 16, 2021 4:14:26 PM

What's happening this week in workers' compensation? IWP's weekly legislative wrap-up, State of the States, keeps you up to date on important matters within the workers' compensation and pharmacy arena.

This week's legislative wrap-up contains updates including:

  • Some workers' compensation experts predict more claims for at-home injuries as the Delta variant surges, which could force states to redefine their interpretations on what is compensable through the courts. 
  • Wisconsin is considering a bill that would strengthen the state's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP).
  • In Oregon, the Court of Appeals delivered a ruling this week that could alter the state’s interpretation of workers’ compensation presumptions for firefighters.

This edition includes an update on national news.  

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