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Effective April 1, 2019, WSI will no longer require all total knee arthroplasty procedures be performed in the inpatient hospital setting. The Utilization Review (UR) department will now allow for the approval of a total knee arthroplasty described by CPT

During natural disasters, such as flooding, WSI sees an increase of questions about workers’ compensation coverage for employees injured in disaster relief while doing their jobs.

Effective for dates of service on and after January 1, 2019, WSI has implemented a new code, W0420, for a provider to bill when instructing an injured worker on the use of a TENS unit.

WSI offices will be closed December 24 and 25

WSI recently published an article about the Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) process. After receiving several follow-up questions from providers about the article, WSI is providing further clarification.

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

New You Tube video chronicles WSI's early history

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

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