OR HB4119Oregon House Bill 4119 aimed to ensure that managed care organizations (MCOs) could not refuse to work with any willing healthcare provider in their area. It sought to broaden the definition of 'attending physician' to include nurse practitioners, physician associates, chiropractic physicians, and naturopathic physicians for treating injured workers. The bill ultimately did not pass.
OR HB4119 is a house bill in the Oregon 2026 Legislative Measures, sponsored by Lesly Munoz (D), currently “Failed” since March 6, 2026.
We track 304 Oregon bills this session, 2 of them sponsored by Lesly Munoz.
Supporters of HB 4119 would argue that the bill promotes fairness in workers' compensation by allowing a wider range of qualified healthcare providers to treat injured workers. This increased access to care could lead to better health outcomes and more choices for patients, ensuring they receive the treatment they need without unnecessary barriers.
Critics of HB 4119 might contend that the bill could undermine the quality of care by allowing less traditional providers to treat injured workers. They may argue that this could complicate the workers' compensation system and lead to inconsistencies in treatment standards, ultimately affecting the overall effectiveness of care for injured employees.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Oregon Legislative Assembly. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.
What does OR HB4119 do?
Oregon House Bill 4119 aimed to ensure that managed care organizations (MCOs) could not refuse to work with any willing healthcare provider in their area. It sought to broaden the definition of 'attending physician' to include nurse practitioners, physician associates, chiropractic physicians, and naturopathic physicians for treating injured workers. The bill ultimately did not pass.
What is the status of OR HB4119?
OR HB4119 is currently “Failed” in the Oregon legislature.
Who sponsored OR HB4119?
Lesly Munoz (D) sponsored OR HB4119.
