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Winter 2026/27

This edition of RxInformer continues to monitor evolving trends in workers’ comp, from the increasing utilization of GLP-1 drugs, to drug shortages and their impact on claims, and how early pharmacy activity can signal claim risks.
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RxI Category: Medication Management


Better Care = Lower Costs

Ten tips that can help claims professionals keep patients safe and prevent costly complications

When Demand Exceeds Supply: Older Patients and Fewer Physicians in Workers' Comp

The looming physician shortage and how to meet the challenge in workers' comp

Painting by Numbers: Workers' Comp Drug Costs in Broad Strokes

High-level trends in healthcare drug spending and utilization in workers? comp

Myth Busters: Medical Marijuana Edition

Our clinicians answer common questions from claims professionals

Patient Engagement Is Personal: How to Help Injured Workers Help Themselves

Strategies for increasing patient engagement in recovery and associated outcomes

Opioid Imbalance: Risk Disparities Among Diverse Patient Populations

Population-based opioid risks include gender, socioeconomic status, and ethnicity

The Opioids Crisis: Our Defining Moment

Special commentary on the opioid crisis from our clinical leaders

Hero's Welcome: Growing PTSD Coverage for First Responders

Formulary and claims management considerations for populations at risk for PTSD

Occupational Illness and Drug Therapy

Workplace risk factors can lead to complex diseases that require unique drug therapy

Valuable Assets: Appreciation and Care Considerations for Older Workers

Employees aged 55+ bring positive traits to the workforce and some unique care considerations

Mark of the Millennial: Managed Care for a New Generation

Millennial workers bring differentiated beliefs to healthcare vs previous generations

Be Together. Not the Same.

A message from the Chief Medical Officer

6 Specialty Drug Trends Impacting Workers' Comp Right Now

Health and cost impacts of specialty drugs for chronic conditions seen in workers' comp
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Since 2010, the semi-annual RxInformer clinical journal has been a trusted source of timely information and guidance for workers’ comp payers on how best to manage the care of injured worker claimants and plan for the challenges that lay ahead. The publication is an important part of Healthesystems’ proactive approach to advocating for quality care of injured workers while managing the costs associated with treatment.
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