How many days do medical providers have to submit Form 827 when changing attending physicians?

Medical providers have a specific timeline for submitting Form 827 when there is a change in attending physicians. This form is crucial as it notifies SAIF and the relevant parties about the new attending physician taking over the care of the injured employee. The correct timeframe for this submission is 5 days from the first treatment provided by the new attending physician. This requirement ensures that there is prompt communication regarding the change in medical care, which is essential for the management and processing of workers' compensation claims. Timely submission maintains the integrity of the medical care coordination and can affect treatment and compensation outcomes for the injured employee.