For how many days can a Type B medical provider authorize time loss benefits?

The correct answer is that a Type B medical provider can authorize time loss benefits for 30 days from the date of the initial claim. This is significant because it sets a clear limit on the duration for which a Type B provider can provide support regarding time loss from work due to an injury.

Type B medical providers, which typically include various healthcare professionals who are not primary care physicians, have specific regulatory authority regarding the management of time loss claims. The period of 30 days is designed to ensure that there is a prompt review of the ongoing need for such benefits, potentially requiring an evaluation by a different provider for an extension beyond that timeframe.

Understanding this timeframe is essential for claims adjusters, as it directly affects how claims are processed and the timing of benefits distribution to injured workers. It emphasizes the importance of timely follow-up care and reassessment to determine eligibility for continued benefits beyond the initial period authorized by a Type B provider.