...written comments or request a public hearing by 5:00 p.m. CT on September 28, 2026. After the comment period, the commissioner will review the proposal before approving the final agenda....
The Workers’ Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) published their 2026 CompScope™ Benchmarks, which compare the performance of state workers’ comp systems in 18 states, focusing on overall medical payments, income benefits,...
...pandemic? Support and communication from leadership. Regular town halls, internal social media platforms, employee e-bulletins, or other means of communication help employees understand current policies and expectations, while regular communication...
...recaps key points of the presentation and delivers valuable insights into comorbidities common in workers’ comp, how they impact comp, pharmaceutical concerns, and more, check out our latest blog...
...56% of industry stakeholders are concerned about increasingly complex claims Care Complexities Treating workers’ comp patients has become more complex. Comorbidities and psychosocial concerns are impacting worker health. A...
...34 such tests receiving EUAs. Several COVID-19 tests are being utilized; some take days, hours, or minutes, but they employ different methods. An antibody test has recently been approved. However,...
The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) recently published “Braking” New Ground: Autonomous Vehicles & Workers’ Compensation, exploring how self-driving cars could impact workers’ comp in the near future. Citing data...
...with ACOEM guidance and post-surgical use. The Committee retained the non-exempt status while recommending an extension of the perioperative allowance from 4 days to 14 days. The Committee approved removing...
...program managers want better solutions to support front-line claims decisions Treating workers’ comp patients has become more complex. Comorbidities, psychosocial issues, and decreasing access to affordable care are impacting worker...
...has helped workers’ comp payers bring greater coordination, visibility, and performance management opportunities to ancillary care. And while technology and regulations in workers’ comp have evolved over the years, many...
...AI in healthcare that have the potential to positively impact workers’ comp include reliably accurate diagnostics, better informed clinical decision support, improved medication management, expanded remote care, and higher levels...
...user-friendly. Stakeholders attending the meeting recommended: Adding filters and guidance to clarify Level I (foundational) vs. Level II (advanced) expertise Showing provider proximity to the home or employer Differentiating between...
