Division of Administrative Hearings, Florida
Filed: Oct. 24, 2001
The issues are (1) whether the "petition" filed by Debra Roggow, D.O., contesting the notices of disallowance sent to her by Petitioner complied with Section 440.13(7)(a), Florida Statutes; (2) whether Petitioner improperly disallowed payment for the dates of services set forth in the notices of disallowance; and (3) whether Petitioner is obligated to pay the fees of the expert medical advisors utilized by Respondent in conducting its review of Dr. Roggow's "petition."Petitioner properly disallowed payments to osteopathic physician for services which constituted over-utilization under Workers` Compensation law. Petitioner to pay fees of expert medical advisors, except those improperly selected by Agency.