...where additional legislative changes may be necessary. On a high level, workers’ comp insurance rates in Texas dropped 77% since 2003, with insurance companies writing in Texas averaging a 10%...
...issues, while also composing testimony and written commentary to deliver during public rulemaking procedures that have significant impact for our clients and industry. The Comp Laude Awards & Gala will...
...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...
...additional reimbursement to certified physicians treating workers’ comp patients. Improper application of these codes by payers led the Committee to issue corrective letters to four companies. The meeting concluded with...
...with over 380 developers in the hope of granting EUAs for diagnostic tests to detect COVID-19, with 50 such tests receiving EUAs. Several COVID-19 tests are being utilized; some take days,...
...incidence of complex claims is increasing, and over 50% of surveyed stakeholders think that complex claims are a major challenge for the industry. Complex claims come in multiple forms and...
...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...
...to the next level, as AI can spot trends that human brains have previously been unable to discover, leading to further efficiencies. On the extreme end, a Japanese life insurance company...
...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 Oregon Workers' Compensation Division (WCD) will hold a hybrid Rulemaking Advisory Committee meeting on November 5th to discuss potential updates to key regulations. The meeting will cover annual fee...
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