Section R. 18.362 - Award; manner of payment; verification of treatment; claim fileRule 12.
(1) An award shall be paid in a lump sum, except for direct payments to medical care and other providers of services and for periodic payments to compensate for out-of-pocket expenses or loss of earnings or support where protracted disability has occurred.(2) Upon submittal of additional out-of-pocket expenses or lost earnings, the board shall verify that treatment for the injuries has been rendered to the victim within the preceding 12-month period. If such verification cannot be made, the board may deny further awards for compensation.(3) The board shall retain a complete claim file for a period of 4 years following the final disposition of the claims.Mich. Admin. Code R. 18.362