This bill amends R.S.34:15-15 to reduce the statute of limitations for medical fee disputes in workers' compensation matters from six years to two years. Specifically, it stipulates that for services rendered on or after the effective date of the bill, any dispute must be filed with the Division of Workers' Compensation no later than two years after the date that any payment or notice of denial of payment was received. This change aims to streamline the dispute resolution process and ensure timely handling of medical fee disputes.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the treatment of an injured worker or the payment of workers' compensation should not be delayed due to claims made by medical providers. This provision is intended to protect injured workers from potential delays in receiving necessary medical treatment or compensation while disputes are being resolved. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the efficiency of the workers' compensation system by establishing a shorter timeframe for resolving medical fee disputes.