4123-9-08 Field operations division of the bureau.

The duties of the field operations division shall include, but will not be limited to the following:

(A) Managing claims according to bureau statutes, rules and policies, including medical-only claims, claims filed by out-of-state injured workers and employees of the bureau and industrial commission, special claims, including black lung, marine fund, disabled worker relief fund, and public works relief claims;

(B) Adjudicating non-contested claims by issuing an order to approve or deny the payment of compensation or benefits;

(C) Executing orders of the industrial commission;

(D) Issuing adjustment and overpayment orders;

(E) Approving settlements of claims as authorized by the workers’ compensation statutes;

(F) Planning, developing, and implementing relevant employee training programs, including continuing education and the online learning center.

HISTORY: Eff 9-20-04

Rule promulgated under: RC 119.03

Rule authorized by: RC 4121.12, 4121.30, 4121.31

Rule amplifies: RC 4121.121, 4121.31

R.C. 119.032 review dates: 03/01/2008