WAWashington workers’ comp fee schedule
Administered by Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I)
Authority. RCW 51.04.030; WAC 296-20
Reimbursement methodology
Methodology type
State-specific schedule
Washington is a monopolistic state fund. The Department of Labor & Industries publishes its own Medical Aid Rules and Fee Schedules covering professional services, hospital inpatient (DRG-based), outpatient (APC-based), ASC, and ancillary services. Rates are set by L&I and updated annually.
- Update frequency
- Annual
- Appeals & disputes
- Provider payment disputes are addressed through L&I’s provider review process; appeals go to the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals.
Note. Washington is one of four monopolistic state funds — private workers’ comp insurance is not permitted except for self-insured employers.
Sources & citations
Every datum on this page traces to an authoritative government source. We cite the issuing agency, the underlying statute, and (when applicable) the operative regulation so you can verify the schedule for your own records.
Issuing agency
Washington L&I — Fee Schedules & Payment Policies
Attribution. Washington State Department of Labor & Industries. BlueHive’s fee schedule reference is informational; always confirm against the agency’s current published schedule before billing.
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