Payment of Medical Bills

The carrier has the obligation to pay the cost of medical, hospital and remedial care related to the injury.

The carrier has thirty (30) days from the date of receipt of the invoice or statement to make payment or deny the bill. The denial must be in writing to the injured employee, copy to the provider and to the Labor Department, provide a reason for the denial and advise the employee of their right to request a hearing. Failure to make payment or to deny within thirty (30) days will result in a fine of up to $2,500.00.