Advocacy & Compliance

Healthesystems’ Advocacy & Compliance experts are essential in the management of pharmacy and ancillary benefits for our clients. By tracking and influencing regulatory activity, our team stays ahead of evolving trends and identifies opportunities to advocate on behalf of our clients, their injured workers, and the broader industry.

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The Advocacy &  Compliance Team

Monitors and reports on proposed and pending regulatory changes that impact workers' comp, helping shape effective program strategies

Advocates for fair and balanced public policy through proactive engagement with regulators, customers, and other stakeholders throughout the rulemaking lifecycle

Supports operational compliance by providing guidance to internal stakeholders and external partners during the implementation of new regulatory changes

Regulatory Recap

A weekly e-newsletter informed by the Advocacy & Compliance team to help keep our clients and industry contacts in the know on the latest legislation and policy updates impacting workers’ comp.

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Industry Data

NCCI Publishes Labor Market Insights

147,000 new jobs were reported in June, though half were driven by likely-seasonal education jobs.

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July 28, 2025

Industry Data

NCCI Publishes Industry Trends Report

While claim severity decreased across all industries, construction saw the steepest decline since 2015.

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July 28, 2025

WCRI Reports on Advanced Practitioners and Workers’ Comp Outcomes

Initial treatment from nurse practitioners saw a 2.3% shorter time from injury to the first non-emergency service.

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July 28, 2025

Claim Costs Industry Data

Minnesota Publishes Workers’ Comp System Trends Report

The report covers trends from 2003 to 2023, looking at claim frequency and costs, vocational rehab, dispute resolutions, and more.

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July 28, 2025

Claim Costs

California Increases Advisory Pure Premium Rate

An 8.7% increase will take effect on September 1, 2025, slightly below the WCIRB’s suggested 11.2% increase.

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July 28, 2025

Advocacy Opportunity Cost Containment

CMS Proposes Update to Physician Fee Schedule

The proposed changes would impact reimbursement rates, telehealth services, and much more.

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July 21, 2025

Access to Care Mental Health

West Virginia Will Allow Mental Health Nurse Practitioners to Diagnose PTSD

These practitioners must hold a master’s degree and a terminal license within their profession.

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July 21, 2025

Advocacy Opportunity Claim Costs Industry Data

Texas DWC Quarterly Insurance Carrier Meeting Highlights

The meeting covered 2024 healthcare costs and utilization, along with incoming regulatory changes.

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July 21, 2025

Advocacy Opportunity Cost Containment Treatment Guidelines

Michigan Advisory Council Discusses 2026 Ruleset

The meeting covered fee schedule policies impacting physician-dispensed medication, electronic delivery for EOBs, and more.

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July 21, 2025

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Further resources you may be interested in

Additional articles and updates from Healthesystems related to policy shaping workers’ comp.

State of the States

Sandy Shtab, Healthesystems AVP of Advocacy and Compliance, comments on regulatory activity across the country.

Side Effects: COVID-19-Related Healthcare and Pharmacy Trends Impacting Workers' Comp

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the American healthcare system, causing disruptions and driving rapid adaptations to care delivery.