Notice of Adopted Rules 16 and 18 Colorado Department of Labor and Employment sent this bulletin at 10/08/2026 12:10 PM MDT View as a webpage / Share Adopted Rules 16 & 18 Effective January 1 The Division of Workers’ Compensation has adopted Rule 16: Utilization Standards and Rule 18: Medical Fee Schedule. The adopted changes are effective January 1, 2027. Your thoughtful insights throughout the rulemaking process were greatly appreciated. Email questions to Education & Outreach at cdle_dowc_communications@state.co.us. View Rule 16 Table of Changes View Adopted Rule 16 View Rule 18 Table of Changes View Adopted Rule 18