South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 67 - SOUTH CAROLINA WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION
Article 13 - MEDICAL REPORTS, PHYSICIAN'S FEES AND HOSPITAL CHARGES
Section 67-1308 - Communication Between Parties And Health Care Providers
Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 67-1308
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 12, December 22, 2023
A. A health care provider who provides examination or treatment for any injury, disease or condition for which compensation is sought under the provisions of this title may discuss or communicate an employee's medical history, diagnosis, causation course of treatment, prognosis, work restrictions, and impairments with the insurance carrier, employer, their respective attorneys or certified rehabilitation professionals or the Commission without the employee's consent.
B. The claimant must be:
(1) Notified by the employer, carrier or its
representative requesting the discussion or communication with the health care
provider in a timely fashion, but no less than ten days notice unless the
parties agree otherwise. Notification may be oral or in writing.
(2) Allowed to attend and participate, along
with claimant's attorney, if any.
(3) Advised by the employer, carrier or its
representative requesting the discussion or communication prior to the
discussion or communication.
(4)
Provided a copy of the written questions at the same time the questions are
submitted to the health care provider and provided a copy of the response by
the health care provider.
Added by State Register Volume 34, Issue No. 2, eff February 26, 2010.
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