LAC 40:I.2909. Noncovered Services

A. The workers' compensation insurer will not make payment for: 1. over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and supplies unless prescribed by the treating physician of record. All over-the-counter and Schedule V preparations must be prescribed by a medical practitioner licensed to write prescriptions. Approved OTC drugs are reimbursed the same as legend drugs; 2. drugs or disposable needles and syringes dispensed while a patient in a hospital, nursing home, or other institution; 3. experimental or investigative drugs which have not been approved by FDA; 4. vitamins, vitamin injections, or vitamin therapy of any kind; 5. diet pills or drugs for the purpose of weight reduction unless the treating physician can provide prior justification; 6. charges for any prescription, or item of merchandise or service, not related to the qualifying illness or injury; 7. pharmacy charges incurred in conjunction with non-work related conditions; or 8. items or services which are furnished gratuitously without regard to the individual's ability to pay, and without expectation of payment from any source.