015-2 Wyo. Code R. §§ 2-2 - The Answer

(a) The HCP shall answer the claim within sixty (60) days after service of the claim and medical record release form. The answer shall be in writing and contain the following, unless not applicable:

(i) The HCP's name, address and telephone number. The mailing address, e-mail address and telephone number and fax number of counsel, if any, shall also be included;

(ii) A statement or other pleading specifically admitting or denying the alleged facts stated by the Claimant in the malpractice claim, or, a motion for more definite statement;

(iii) A statement of any other relevant facts;

(iv) A medical records release form authorizing the panel to inspect all records and information pertaining to the claim and under the control of the HCP except those records which are privileged pursuant to W.S. § 35-2-910, W. S. § 35-17-105, and 42 USC in 37(b);

(v) Any other supplementary information which is readily available to the HCP;

(vi) A copy of the Claimant's medical records in the possession of the HCP. All handwritten materials which are not readily legible shall be transcribed into a printed or typewritten form;

(vii) A statement of the proper venue if there is a disagreement with that put forward by Claimant;

(b) The answer shall be signed by the HCP or his attorney, and filed with the Director. Answers may be submitted by mail, fax or electronic media. Mail should be addressed to:

Director

Wyoming Medical Review Panel

P.O. Box 1507

Casper, Wyoming 82602

(c) Failure to Answer. Failure of the HCP to timely file an answer to the claim, or if the HCP files a written waiver of the right to appear before the MRP, or if the Director is unable to serve the HCP, the Director shall file an order authorizing the Claimant to immediately pursue the claim in a court of competent jurisdiction.

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015-2 Wyo. Code R. §§ 2-2