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FDA Approves First New Weight Loss Drug Since 2014, Issues EUA for COVID-19 Antibody

Wegovy (semaglutide) and sotrovimab will soon be available.

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Empowering the Patient as a Mitigator of Claims Complexity

How to leverage the patient’s influence over care outcomes.

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Clinical Insights
Interstate Variation and Trends in Workers’ Comp Drug Payments

A new flash report from the WCRI highlights trends in drug utilization.

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Legislation & Policy
Mental Health Injuries Gain Momentum in Workers’ Comp

Corrections officers in Nebraska benefit from a new law; will healthcare workers in Connecticut join them?

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Healthe Developments
5 Ways We’re Innovating the Digital Experience for Claims Professionals

Check out Healthe’s latest featured article with WorkCompWire

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Healthe Developments
Silvia Sacalis to Join Panel Presentation at FERMA 2021

Join our VP of Clinical Services on July 15th for a discussion on underrepresented populations in workers' comp.

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Kloxxado for Opioid Overdose

A new 8 mg naloxone nasal spray will soon be available, which is the largest naloxone dose approved by the FDA to date.

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This Month's Must Read
RxInformer Summer 2021 Edition Now Available

The latest issue of Healthesystems’ biannual clinical journal covers trending and influential topics in workers’ comp.

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Healthe Developments
Healthe Leaders in the Media

Our VP of Clinical Services comments on opioid alternatives, and our AVP of Advocacy & Compliance discusses social media in the workplace.

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COVID-19 Developments
FDA Revokes Emergency Use Authorization for Bamlanivimab for COVID-19

Due to mutating viral strains, the potential benefits of this COVID-19 drug no longer outweigh the risks.

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Legislation & Policy
Department of Labor Hints at Changes to Worker Classification

While many states are making decisions regarding gig workers, federal action could soon change things.

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Medmonitor
FDA and CDC Recommend Resuming Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

After reviewing six rare cases of blood clots after 7 million doses, current data indicates the vaccine is safe.

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Making Telemedicine Work for Workers’ Comp

Applications, benefits and tips for success.

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Legislation & Policy
Provider Choice Bills Introduced Across the Country

More states consider allowing injured workers to choose their treating physician.

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Marijuana Updates
Recreational Marijuana Legalization Blazes On

In two months, three states legalized recreational marijuana, and more could soon follow.

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Healthe Developments
Developing and Advancing Meaningful Connection in a Virtual Work Environment

Join Healthe’s Heather Stempien and Sandy Shtab for a panel presentation with IAIABC on April 28th!

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves New Acetaminophen Injection Dose

A new 500mg injection will soon be available.

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2021 Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey Report

Over 600 stakeholders shared their thoughts on top industry challenges.

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Clinical Insights
COVID-19-Related Stress Among Emergency Department Workers

Among 1,600 emergency department workers, 46% had burnout symptoms.

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Legislation & Policy
New York and New Hampshire Rule in Favor of Marijuana Reimbursement

Both State Supreme Courts ruled in favor of reimbursement.

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COVID-19 Developments
FDA Issues EUA for Third COVID-19 Vaccine

The single-dose Janssen vaccine was analyzed in a trial of 39,000 patients.

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Posimir for Post-Surgical Pain Relief

A novel bupivacaine formulation works as a 72-hour local anesthetic following shoulder surgery.

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Powering People with Technology to Close Gaps Across the Life of a Claim

Healthe leaders share their thoughts with Risk & Insurance®

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Clinical Insights
Xeljanz Could Increase the Risk of Heart Problems and Cancer

New data from a safety trial creates concern surrounding the rheumatoid arthritis drug.

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Legislation & Policy
Wisconsin Announces Plan to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

State-led efforts to combat the drug price issue continue to emerge across the nation.

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Healthe Developments
IAIABC Names Sandy Shtab Vice Chair of Associate Member Council

Healthe’s AVP of Advocacy & Compliance will provide guidance on workers’ comp regulations.

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Healthe Developments
A Disruptive Year for Workers’ Comp: Insights from the 2020 Industry Survey

Join us for a panel discussion on March 10th as part of the NWCDC Digital Session Series.

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Medmonitor
COVID-19 Mutations Impact Testing

False negatives may be reported due to genetic variations of the virus.

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Mobile Technology Is on Workers’ Comp Experts’ Minds: Here Are 3 Reasons They’re Right

Kristine Kennedy, SVP of Product Strategy and Innovation, talks to Risk & Insurance®

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Clinical Insights
COVID-19’s Impact on Opioid Prescribing Trends

A new report from IQVIA found that national MME dropped 17% from 2019 to 2020.

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Legislation & Policy
Worker Classification Debate Continues Across the Country

The Department of Labor issued a new rule while special interest groups push for regulatory change.

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Opioid Developments
The Department of Justice Sues Walmart Over Role in Opioid Crisis

Alleged violations of the Controlled Substances Act could result in billions of dollars in penalties.

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Healthe Developments
Top 10 Disruptors of 2020 for the Workers’ Comp Industry

Initial insights from Healthesystems’ annual industry survey.

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Medmonitor
FDA Authorizes Two COVID-19 Vaccines, At-Home Test, More Treatments

Vaccine candidates from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna received EUAs, as did the first at-home test that delivers results in 30 minutes, and two treatments for the virus.

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The Patient Experience in Perspective: Applying Empathy to the Work Comp Claims Process

Navigating the workers’ comp process can be daunting for patients, and empathy can go a long way in improving outcomes.

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Clinical Insights
IQVIA Reports on Telemedicine Trends and Opportunities

A new report explores how COVID-19 has impacted telemedicine, as well as opportunities for expansion.

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Legislation & Policy
New York Prepares to Launch New Claim Portal

Stakeholders will soon experience a streamlined digital process for managing claims.

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Healthe Developments
Dr. Robert Goldberg Discusses Congressional Marijuana Vote with WorkersCompensation.com

Healthesystems’ Chief Medical Officer comments on the U.S. House’s approval of marijuana decriminalization.

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Veklury for COVID-19, Issues EUA for Bamlanivimab

Veklury is approved for hospitalized patients, while bamlanivimab is being investigated in mild-to-moderate cases of COVID-19.

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This Month's Must Read
Legalization and Decriminalization: Marijuana and More

Across the nation, not only is marijuana growing more accepted, but so are other drugs like psilocybin and MDMA.

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Clinical Insights
COVID-19 Infection Risks and Mental Health Impact Among Grocery Workers

Direct customer exposure is associated with a five-fold risk of infection, while less social distancing in the workplace is tied to depression and anxiety.

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Legislation & Policy
California Voters Keep Rideshare Drivers as Independent Contractors

The election saw passage of a measure to exempt rideshare drivers from employee status, impacting benefits and more.

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Healthe Developments
Healthesystems at NWCDC 2020

Join our VP of Clinical Services, Silvia Sacalis, for a digital presentation on employing empathy within workers’ comp programs on December 9th!

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Medmonitor
FDA Requires Boxed Warning Update for Benzodiazepines

Even at recommended doses, benzodiazepine use can lead to misuse, abuse, and addiction.

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This Month's Must Read
3 Stakeholder Research Findings That Can Improve Patient Experience and Program Outcomes

User research indicates that patients face difficulty with the intake process, getting key claim information, and more.

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Opioid Developments
Purdue, OxyContin Manufacturer, Loses Federal Case and Will Shut Down

The drug manufacturer is pleading guilty and paying out billions.

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Legislation & Policy
California COVID-19 Report

COVID-19 claim data through October 5th has been captured and broken down by industry, age, region, and more.

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Spotlight
Celebrating American Pharmacists Month

Learn how our pharmacists make a difference for injured worker patients, and what drives their hard work

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Two New Opioids

Olinvyk injections and Qdolo oral solution are approved for the management of acute pain.

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Side Effects: COVID-19-Related Healthcare and Pharmacy Trends

With the pandemic disrupting the healthcare system, how has workers’ comp been impacted?

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Clinical Insights
WCRI Issues Report on Physical Therapy

Data from 26,000 claims finds that early physical therapy reduces costs and disability duration.

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Legislation & Policy
U.S. Executive Order Signed for Telemedicine

A wide-sweeping order on national telehealth policy requires federal agencies to begin making plans for change.

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COVID-19 Developments
Florida COVID-19 Report

Data from nearly 12,000 COVID-19 claims breaks down coverage among industries, telemedicine insights, and more.

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Healthe Developments
Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey

2020 has been a year of disruption, and we want to know what the industry thinks about COVID-19, telehealth, opioids, AI, and more!

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Medmonitor
FDA Issues Naloxone Recommendations for Opioids and OUD Drugs

The FDA recommends healthcare professionals co-prescribe the opioid overdose reversal drug with all opioid prescriptions.

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This Month's Must Read
Overcoming Obstacles to Patient Recovery Amid a Global Pandemic

Healthesystems’ VP of Clinical Services addresses COVID-19 disruptions to workers’ comp, along with helpful strategies

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Clinical Insights
American Medical Association Publishes Opioid Task Force Report

AMA hopes to shift from a crisis-reaction framework to a more holistic model that prevents overdose while helping pain patients receive care.

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Legislation & Policy
Connecticut Enacts Major COVID-19 Presumption

Beyond first responders and healthcare workers, essential workers including grocery store workers are now covered by workers’ comp.

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COVID-19 Developments
Returning to Work in the COVID-19 Era

With cases increasing as individuals return to work, injured workers face barriers to care, risk of infection, and more.

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Healthe Developments
Driving a More Personalized Claim Experience in a Digital World

As complex claims continue to impact workers’ comp, our new article in WorkCompWire addresses the need for early warnings and clinical guidance.

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