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

WCRI Reports on the Pandemic’s Effect on Medical Utilization

Injury frequency increased for younger and less-tenured workers, who also saw higher use of emergency departments.

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March 3, 2025

Access to Care

New York Budget Bill Could Expand Access to Providers

Among many proposed changes, the bill would automatically allow licensed physicians, chiropractors, psychologists, and others to treat injured workers.

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March 3, 2025

Access to Care

Montana Bill Would Deny Workers’ Comp Benefits for Undocumented Workers

The bill would also allow insurers to close claims when the claimant leaves the United States – regardless of citizenship status.

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March 3, 2025

Mental Health Presumptions

Montana Introduces PTSD Presumption Bill for First Responders

The bill applies to firefighters, law enforcement officers, certain prison workers, and others.

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March 3, 2025

Cost Containment

Maryland Pharmacy Fee Schedule Bill Inches Forward

Introduced in January, the bill was discussed in a February 25th hearing, with supporters and opponents voicing concerns.

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March 3, 2025

Alternate Comp Coverage

Florida Proposes Employer-Run Comp Alternative

Employers must demonstrate financial ability to provide benefits, create written plans that provide no-fault benefits and adhere to certain criteria.

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March 3, 2025

Mental Health Presumptions

California Considers PTSD and COVID Presumptions for Hospital Workers

The bill would apply to hospital workers who provide direct patient care in an acute care hospital.

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March 3, 2025

Industry Data

NCCI Publishes Drill Down Industry Reports

An initial look into the construction industry will be followed in the future with manufacturing, transportation, warehousing, and more.

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February 24, 2025

Presumptions

New York Considers Lyme Disease Presumption

If enacted, the bill would apply to outdoor workers and those who work with animals.

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February 24, 2025

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Further resources you may be interested in

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

Rebuilding the Recovery Model: Balancing the Patient and the Big Picture

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

The pandemic has disrupted access to care, but the industry has implemented reactive measures

Returning to Work in the COVID-19 Era

Considerations for infection prevention, unique population factors, and more

Moving Forward: How Should Opioid Guidance Continue to Evolve?

Opioid use has decreased, prompting calls for reform, but COVID-19 complicates opioid use

COVID-19 Infection Risks and Mental Health Impact Among Grocery Workers

Direct customer exposure is associated with a five-fold risk of infection, while less social distancing in the workplace is tied to depression and anxiety.