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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 Tracking

To track relevant regulatory trends across the nation, access our interactive map.
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Regulatory Recap

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

Illinois Proposes PTSD Presumptions for First Responders

One bill would create the presumption, while another would shift the burden of proof to the employing entity and any party attacking the presumption.
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January 20, 2025

Psychedelic Bills in Colorado, New Hampshire, New York, Virginia, and Washington

Five different states are proposing legislation for psychedelic therapy or legalized use for the treatment of PTSD and other mental illnesses.
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January 20, 2025

Illinois Bill Aims to Limit Custom Compound Reimbursements

If passed, the bill would limit reimbursements to a one-time, seven-day supply if no commercial equivalent exists.
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January 20, 2025

Virginia Considers Making Repetitive Trauma an Occupational Illness

The bill would apply when repetitive and sustained physical stress have occurred over a period of time.
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January 20, 2025

Connecticut Could Expand List of Qualifying Incidents for PTSD Presumption

Senate Bill 228 would allow for PTSD coverage in first responders outside of incidents involving death, loss of a body part, or loss of body function.
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January 13, 2025

Florida Panel to Issue Policy Recommendation for Fee Schedule

The three-member panel will recommend to legislators that the DWC be allowed to update fee schedules without legislative approval.
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January 13, 2025

Maine Considers Permanent Extension to PTSD Legislation for First Responders

House Bill 82 would indefinitely extend presumptions that are set to expire October 1st.
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January 13, 2025

New York Bill Seeks to Limit Recently Enacted Mental Injury Presumption

A bill passed in December 2024 created a mental injury presumption for all workers, but now regulators seek to limit that law with a new bill.
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January 13, 2025

New York Introduces Psilocybin Therapy Bill

Senate Bill 495 seeks to legalize medical psilocybin under strict conditions with state-regulated training, research, reporting, and more.
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January 13, 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.
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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.
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White House Issues Vaccine Mandate

All federal employees are impacted, as are companies with 100 or more employees.
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Stepping Up to Take on Pandemic Ripple Effects

A message from the Chief Executive Officer
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Classification Complications: Will Gig Workers Enter the Workers’ Comp Market?

Legislation could reclassify gig workers as employees, which could entitle them to benefits
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The Long Haul: Chronic Health Complications of COVID-19

Those previously infected by coronavirus may face long-term health complications, potentially complicating workers' comp claims
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 Interactive Map

To interact with this map, use the drop-downs to select a topic and type, then click the Display button. You can then roll over and click on individual states for more detailed information. This map represents legislation proposed during the most recent legislative cycle, typically spanning two years in most states. All current regulations are displayed up to present.
The content above is representative of topics Healthesystems proactively monitors and reports on. While not all topics are directly applicable to workers' compensation claims, some may have potential to impact workers' compensation in the future.
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