When objecting to a medical determination, the objecting party must notify the other party in writing within a certain period depending on representation. Which statement correctly describes the deadline?

• A. The objecting party shall notify the other party in writing within 20 days of receipt if employee is represented 30 days if not
• B. The objecting party shall notify the other party in writing within 10 days of receipt if employee is represented 15 days if not
• C. The objecting party shall notify the other party in writing within 30 days of receipt if employee is represented 20 days if not
• D. The objecting party shall notify the other party in writing within 15 days of receipt if employee is represented 10 days if not

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that the deadline to object to a medical determination depends on whether the employee has legal representation. If the employee is represented, the objecting party must notify the other party in writing within 20 days of receipt of the determination. If the employee is not represented, the deadline is longer—30 days from receipt. This setup ensures timely action when counsel is involved, while giving unrepresented workers a bit more time to review and decide on an objection. The correct statement reflects these exact ranges: 20 days with representation, 30 days without. Other options propose different day counts that don’t match the standard SIP rule, so they’re not correct.