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Due to a system upgrade, virtual hearing participants will need to update their Webex software before their next hearing. You can no longer use "Webex Meet" to join hearings. Without updating, you will encounter issues attending. Instructions here: WEBEX UPDATE REQUIRED! New version of the Webex application for virtual hearings

CMS-1500 mandatory electronic submission takes effect August 1, 2025. Learn more.

Health Care Providers

CMS-1500 mandatory electronic submission takes effect August 1, 2025.

CMS-1500 Mandate Provider Toolkit

Health Care Provider Quick Links

Medical Portal

Learn about features of the Board's web-based application that enables health care providers to request and renew authorization to treat injured workers, submit medical information electronically, and access lookup tools for the Board's Medical Treatment Guidelines and Drug Formulary. Health care providers and their assigned delegates, use the Medical Portal to access OnBoard to submit prior authorization requests (PARs) for Medication, DME, medical treatment/testing and Request for Decision on Unpaid Medical Bills (Form HP-1.0).

Resources Health Care Providers

Specialty Services

Health Care Provider Recorded Webinars

View the latest provider presentations for updates on several improvement initiatives underway here at the Board.

HIPAA Privacy Rules

Read Workers’ Compensation Guidelines regarding HIPAA restrictions and medical records.

Latest Health Care Provider News

Making CMS-1500 electronic submission even easier!

July 21, 2025

WEBEX UPDATE REQUIRED! New version of the Webex application for virtual hearings

July 18, 2025

Urgent action needed for August 1 CMS-1500 electronic submission mandate

July 9, 2025

No AM hearings 7/21/25 - planned virtual hearings maintenance

July 8, 2025

Important information for payers: CMS-1500 electronic submission mandate

July 8, 2025

ICYMI: Subject Number 046-1766, Network Pharmacies and Notice Requirements

June 30, 2025

New York State Workers' Compensation Board Chair Clarissa Rodriguez announces the appointment of four new Board members

June 26, 2025

Dental Fee Schedule update

June 20, 2025

Important updates to C-300.5 and C-312.5 forms

May 20, 2025

New York State Workers' Compensation Board Chair announces new legislation signed by Governor Hochul will improve injured workers' access to medical treatment

May 15, 2025

Governor Hochul signs landmark legislation to strengthen and protect our workforce as part of the FY 2026 Budget

May 9, 2025

Efficiency Enhancements: Issue 6, RFA-1LC

April 22, 2025

Important updates to C-300.5 and C-312.5 forms

April 7, 2025

Updates regarding Section 32 waiver agreement forms

April 7, 2025

Contact

NYS Workers' Compensation Board
Riverview Center
150 Broadway
Attn: WCB Medical Director's Office
Suite 195
Menands, NY 12204
(800) 781-2362