Senate Bill 636 Vetoed by Gavin Newsom

California Neurology Society CNS • April 4, 2025

California Senate Bill 636 (SB-636) focuses on workers' compensation and the utilization review (UR) process. Introduced by Senator Cortese, the bill amends Section 4610 of the California Labor Code.

Here are some key points:

• Medical Professional Licensing: SB-636 requires that medical professionals performing UR for California workers' compensation claims be licensed in California

• Fairness and Transparency: The bill aims to enhance fairness, transparency, and accountability within the UR process by ensuring that evaluations of medical necessity and appropriateness of treatments are conducted by qualified professionals

• Governor's Veto: The bill was vetoed by Governor Newsom, citing concerns about its implementation

Click here to read the Governor's letter regarding Senate Bill 636

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