Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
1.1. Scope. - This exempt legislative rule establishes the requirements and procedures to be followed by the Insurance Commissioner, private carriers, self-insured employers, third-party administrators, claimants, health care providers, vocational professionals, and others involved in the administration of claims.1.2. Authority. " W. Va. Code §§ 23-2C-22; 33-2-10(b); and 33-2-21(a). Pursuant to W. Va. Code §§ 23-2C-5(c)(2) and 33-2-10(b), workers' compensation rules proposed by the Insurance Commissioner and approved by the Industrial Covmcil are not subject to legislative approval as would otherwise be required imder W. Va. Code § 29A-3-l et seq. Public notice requirements of that chapter and article, however, must be followed.1.3. Filing Date. - October 9, 2009.1.4. Effective Date. - November 8, 2009.