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Annual Renewal of Authorization for Brand Necessary Medication

Effective October 1, 2018, WSI requires an annual renewal of authorization for a brand name medication in lieu of a generic equivalent.

WSI Launches Facebook and Twitter Social Media Pages

WSI Launches Facebook and Twitter Pages!

North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) marks 100 years of service with new You Tube video

New You Tube video chronicles WSI's early history

Attention: Fraudulent Check Scam

It has come to our attention that fraudulent checks using our name are being mailed in FedEx packages, falsely representing payment from Workforce Safety & Insurance, (WSI).

WSI Expands EDI Medical Billing Options through iHCFA

WSI has expanded the EDI billing options available through iHCFA to include facility charges (UB-04/837i).

Diagnosis Coding for Injured Worker Treatment Encounters

To establish claim and medical bill liability, WSI requires a provider submit a specific diagnosis code reflective of the injury treated.

U.S. Department of Labor Posts New Frequently Asked Questions

OSHA

New Documentation Requirements for Prior Authorization of Therapeutic Injections Policy

WSI recently published a new medical policy, Documentation Requirements for Prior Authorization of Therapeutic Injections.

New Drug Testing Medical Policy

WSI recently published a new medical policy regarding definitive drug testing requirements.

Change to Chiropractic Window Period

Effective October 1, 2018, WSI will implement a change to the window period allowed in the existing chiropractic pilot program.

Prior Authorization Required for Non-Emergent Air Transportation Services

Effective September 1, 2018, WSI will require prior authorization for non-emergent air transportation services, see North Dakota Administrative Code § 92-01-02-34.5(e).

Application downtime 7/20/2018 - 7/21/2018, 7/22/2018

All WSI applications will be down for maintenance on July 20, 2018

Honeywell Recalls Hard Hats Due to Risk of Head Injury

Introduction of Cordant Health Solutions for Chronic Opioid Monitoring

WSI recently partnered with Cordant Health Solutions to assist in the coordination of medication monitoring for injured workers on chronic opioid therapy.

OSHA Silica Enforcement: Behind the Statistics

June is National Safety Month

National Safety Month

OSHA, industry partner to prevent trenching deaths in N.D.

WSI’s Expectations for Presumptive Drug Screens and Definitive Drug Testing

WSI has expectations for presumptive drug screening and definitive testing, based on adopted medical guidelines.

Services not Reimbursable by WSI

WSI does not provide reimbursement for services considered unnecessary to treat or diagnose a compensable work injury. This includes services generally considered preventive.

Updated Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2018

Effective January 1, 2018, WSI will implement the following fee schedule changes. Click here to access the full fee schedules.

Introduction of Window Period into Chiropractic Pilot Program

Effective January 1, 2018, WSI will implement a change to the chiropractic pilot program.

Options for Submitting a Prior Authorization Request for Medication

WSI offers several options for a prescribing provider to submit a request for medications, which require prior authorization.

Electronic Submission of Injury and Illness Records to OSHA - Dec 15, 2017 Compliance Date

Provider Remittance Advice Revised

Effective November 29, 2017, WSI will begin issuing a revised Remittance Advice to medical providers.

New Cotinine Testing Requirements for Elective Cervical and Lumbar Fusion Surgeries

Effective November 1, 2017 WSI will require documentation of a negative cotinine level at both six weeks and one week prior to an elective cervical or lumbar fusion surgery scheduled for an injured worker.

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