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California Department of Industrial Relations California EDI Implementation Guide for First and Subsequent Reports of In
This document provides step-by-step instructions for claims administrators to submit First and Subsequent Reports of Injury via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) to California’s Workers’ Compensation Information System (WCIS). It covers data elements, transaction sequencing, system specifications, and legal requirements. The guide is designed for both experienced EDI users and new organizations, with sections on implementation, testing, and contact resources.
The guide references California’s statutory requirements under Labor Code sections 138.6 and 138.7, outlines data transmission via SFTP (SSH), and includes appendices detailing version updates and code lists for injury, body part, and benefit types.
Covers: EDI in California – An Overview · Where to Get Help – Contacting WCIS and Other Information Resources · Implementing EDI – A Managers’ Guide · Authorizing Statutes – Labor Code sections 138.6 and 138.7 · Legal Authorities · Trading Partner Profile
Latest California Department of Industrial Relations manuals
California Department of Industrial Relations California EDI Implementation Guide for First and Subsequent Reports of In
User Manual 122 pages · 1.6 MB · ENOfficial guide for submitting workers’ compensation injury reports via EDI in California, covering data formats, transmission methods, and compliance…
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Questions answered in California Department of Industrial Relations manuals
What is the deadline for submitting a First Report of Injury?
First Reports of Injury must be submitted by EDI no later than 10 business days after the claim administrator knows of the claim.
How are data transmitted to the WCIS?
Data are transmitted via SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol).
