006-3 Wyo. Code R. §§ 3-6 - Initiation of Proceedings

Proceedings other than medical necessity determinations shall be initiated as follows:

(a) The complainant shall file a statement of dispute the Department. The statement of dispute shall be filed within six (6) months of the final notification of denial sent to the employee upon completion of the internal appeals process required by the Carrier. The final notification must be in a written form and may include, but is not limited to, a letter, notification, or explanation of benefits sent to the employee. The statement of dispute shall contain the following:
(i) The complainant's name, address, telephone number, social security number, and place of employment;
(ii) A brief description of the dispute;
(iii) If the dispute involves the denial of coverage or of a claim, the statement shall include the reasons for denial, as understood by the complainant;
(iv) Copies of any relevant documents, including but not limited to bills, statements, and the carrier's explanation of benefits;
(v) Information regarding any contacts the complainant has had with the opposing party regarding the disputed matter, including attempts to settle the dispute; and,
(vi) A statement verifying that a copy of the statement of dispute has been sent to the carrier or other opposing party, and stating the date upon which the copy was sent.
(b) The Department will then forward the statement of dispute to the Office of Administrative Hearings to commence a contested case hearing.

Notes

006-3 Wyo. Code R. §§ 3-6
Amended, Eff. 7/3/2019. Amended, Eff. 1/31/2020. Amended, Eff. 6/2/2021.

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