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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.

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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California Proposes Updates to Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule

Public comments can be made on the proposed changes until September 26th, at which point a hearing will be held.
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September 1, 2025

New Jersey Now Requires Counseling for First Responders After Traumatic Incidents

Effective immediately, workers’ comp programs are required to pay for up to 12 hours of counseling following critical incidents.
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September 1, 2025

CPWR Publishes Report on Heat Injuries and Illness Among Construction Workers

While construction workers make up only 7% of the workforce, they account for more than one-third of occupational heat-related deaths in the U.S.
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September 1, 2025

NCCI Publishes New Research Brief on Medical Fee Schedules

The report reviews how changes to CMS reimbursement rules may impact medical costs in workers’ comp.
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September 1, 2025

Oregon’s MLAC Discusses Access to Care

Two recent committee meetings addressed access to care, exclusive remedy, and more.
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August 25, 2025

FDA Orders Opioid Manufacturers to Update Prescribing Information for Long-Term Use

Labeling changes must address safety considerations including the limited use of extended-release formulations, safe discontinuation, and more.
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August 25, 2025

Wisedocs Publishes Survey Report on AI In Claims

Over 65 claims professionals were surveyed on their thoughts surrounding AI in the insurance industry.
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August 25, 2025

Alaska Finalizes 2026 Fee Schedule Recommendations

Recommended changes will be reviewed by the WCB and MSRC on August 22nd, with final adoption expected in October, and taking effect in 2026.
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August 18, 2025

Colorado Meeting Reviews Workers’ Comp Reform Requirements

The DoWC discussed requirements from the recently enacted House Bill 1300, which mandates vast workers’ comp reforms.
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August 18, 2025
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 Further resources you may be interested in

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

PTSD Presumptions Continue to See Activity

New York backpedaled on a PTSD presumption for all workers, while California considers a PTSD presumption for healthcare workers.
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Psilocybin and Ketamine Therapy Bills Introduced Across the Country

So far, seven psilocybin therapy bills have been introduced in 2025, with three ketamine therapy bills.
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Digital Therapeutics: The Promise of Better Health Outcomes for Injured Workers

Digital therapeutics products aim to improve patient health outcomes. What are their applications in workers’ comp?
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A Hot Topic: The Latest News on Workers and Extreme Heat

Extreme heat continues to be a serious risk for workers. What are the latest heat-related developments in workers’ comp?
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2025 Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey Report

The seventh annual survey report highlights the top challenges and priorities for 515 industry stakeholders.
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Flurry of States Eye Updates for Cancer and PTSD Presumptions

Various states are proposing modifications to existing presumptions to expand coverage for first responders.
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