Several states permit employers to designate a panel of providers and require initial treatment from the panel. Requirements include proper posting, adequate panel composition, and employee notification.
Defective panels forfeit employer control of treatment.
Alternative Names:
Posted Panel|Employer Panel Physician
Why it Matters?
Posting and composition defects forfeit treatment control entirely, permitting the employee to select any provider, which is a substantial loss because provider selection materially affects treatment duration and disability findings. Requirements include the number of physicians, specialty diversity, and conspicuous posting at the workplace. Auditing panel compliance before an injury occurs is what preserves the control afterward.
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