SB 5237-S - DIGEST

(AS OF SENATE 2ND READING 3/14/05)

Requires the department to establish an electronic reporting system for the submission of specified self-insurance claim data to more effectively monitor the performance of self-insurers and to obtain claims information in an efficient manner.

Provides that claim data reported electronically by individual self-insurers is confidential in accordance with RCW 51.16.070 and 51.28.070. The department may publish, for statistical purposes, aggregated claims data that contain no personal identifiers.