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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.

Ohio Introduces New Outpatient Rules for Medication Reimbursement

After previous drafts of new rules were withdrawn last year, a revised set of rules have been introduced, based on stakeholder feedback.
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May 5, 2025

Wisconsin Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council Meeting Recap

Topics discussed include proposals for a fee schedule by 2027, employer direction of care, and allowing more providers to provide disability opinions.
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May 5, 2025

WCRI Reports On the Impact Of Marijuana Laws On Workers’ Comp Benefits

While recreational marijuana laws may be tied to increases in claim frequency, medical payments and prescriptions decreased, including those for opioids.
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May 5, 2025

California DWC Launches Test Pilot for New Pharmacy Fee Calculator

The pilot test will run from April 24 to May 8, 2025, allowing stakeholders to provide feedback to the DWC.
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April 28, 2025

Louisiana Fee Schedule Bill Amended with Hopes of Compromise

In addition to bill amendments, the bill has been deferred for one week to allow for additional review and stakeholder input.
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April 28, 2025

Nevada Heat Safety Rules to Take Effect April 29th

Employers with over 10 employees working outdoors, or indoors without climate control, must adhere to the new rules.
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April 28, 2025

Nevada Provider Panel Bill Fails

Assembly Bill 469 missed a committee deadline, removing it from consideration this legislative session.
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April 28, 2025

WCRI Publishes Annual Report

The report summarizes 2024 activities, including over 40 studies that address topics such as psychosocial factors, attorney involvement, and more.
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April 28, 2025

California P&T Committee Meeting Recap

Healthe attended the April 16th meeting, capturing key updates regarding the pharmacy fee schedule and drug formulary.
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April 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.

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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 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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