Alaska Workers' Compensation Division Medical Services Review Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed and developed fee schedule provisions, including pharmacy and physician-dispensing rules, and established compounding fee structures. Discussions focused on clarifying reimbursement methodologies for hearing aids and audiology services, specifically adjusting procurement allowances. The committee also restructured the fee schedule, including new provisions for remote therapeutic monitoring and durable medical equipment, and addressed potential CMS outpatient status indicator changes. A public comment regarding compounding fees was received. Additionally, an addendum was issued to correct the hearing aid procurement reimbursement percentage following a post-meeting confirmation.