Section 94-03-03-08 - Medical services1.Verification. A request for compensation for medical services must include a billing statement containing the medical provider's name, business address, telephone number, treatment plan, and other information necessary for the division to determine the claim is for services directly related to the criminally injurious conduct. The division may order an examination of the victim by a medical care provider designated by the division. The victim's failure to appear for, or cooperate in, the examination may result in the division's denial of the applicable portion of the claimant's request for reimbursement.2.Compensation limitations.a. The division may not pay more than five hundred dollars for eye glasses.b. The division may not pay more than one thousand dollars for new prescription medications.c. The division may not pay more than one thousand dollars for alternative medical services.d. The division may not pay more than one thousand two hundred dollars for chiropractic services or massage therapy.e. The division may not pay more than five thousand dollars for necessary cosmetic reconstructive procedures.f. The division may not pay compensation for pre-existing medical conditions and prior prescription medications.g. The division may not pay compensation for interest, finance, or collection fees.h. The division may not pay compensation when the victim or claimant fails to comply with prescribed treatment or treatment recommendations.3.Time limitations. Medical services must be provided within two years from the date of the criminally injurious conduct.N.D. Admin Code 94-03-03-08
Adopted by Administrative Rules Supplement 2017-363, January 2017, effective 1/1/2017.General Authority: NDCC 54-23.4-01, 54-23.4-04, 54-23.4-08
Law Implemented: NDCC 54-23.4-01, 54-23.4-04, 54-23.4-08