Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-5-5-.12

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 480-5-5-.12 - Physician Of Record

(1) The employer's authorized treating physician (other than emergency medical services) shall be the physician of record for attending or referral purposes. All referrals shall be pre-approved by the employer/agent. The employer/agent shall keep all interested parties involved in the compensable case informed of any authorized change of treating physician.

Author: Workers' Compensation Medical Services Board

Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-5-5-.12

New Rule: Filed August 9, 1996; effective September 13, 1996.

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-5-293.