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September 2024

Medmonitor
FDA Approves Zurnai and Neffy

FDA Approves Zurnai and Neffy

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This Month's Must Read
Removing Barriers to Recovery: A Primer on Psychosocial Treatments for Injured Workers

The benefits of different screening strategies and therapeutic interventions.

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Legislation & Policy
Congress Urges USPS to Adopt Department of Labor’s Proposed Heat Protections

The push comes after a letter carrier died after working without air conditioning in 95° weather.

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Psychedelic Developments
FDA Rejects MDMA for PTSD – Clinical Research to Continue for Psychedelics

The FDA requested additional trial data, with researchers eager to continue psychedelic trials.

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Industry Trends
WCRI Reports on Factors Associated with High-Cost Claims

High-cost claims are defined as the top 5% of medical payments within 36 months of injury.

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Healthe Developments
In Person, In Print, and On Stage: Connect with Healthe at National Comp 2024!

Stop by our educational session or visit our booth for the latest issue of RxInformer magazine.

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August 2024

Medmonitor
Recalls and Alerts Impacting Workers’ Comp

The FDA issued notices for certain migraine, acetaminophen, clonazepam, and semaglutide products.

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Legislation & Policy
Weighing the Options: Keeping Track of New Obesity Drugs

Comorbid obesity can complicate recovery, and new drugs create new pharmacy considerations.

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Legislation & Policy
Worker Heat Protections Continue to Make Waves

The U.S. Department of Labor proposed new rules, while other states introduce legislation.

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Industry Trends
WCRI Publishes Behavioral Health Report for New York State

Behavioral health services represented 8% of total medical payments.

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Healthe Developments
Workers’ Compensation PBMs: What They Do and What to Look For

Risk & Insurance magazine reviews the function and value of workers’ comp PBMs – including thoughts from Healthe leaders.

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Healthe Developments
Prescribing Empathy: Weighing Patient Well-Being in Drug Therapy Trends

Healthe Clinical experts, Silvia Sacalis and Amanda Waltemath, will speak at the Montana Governor’s Conference on Workers’ Compensation.

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July 2024

Industry Trends
WCRI Reports on Drug Payment Trends

Dermatologicals made up the largest share of drug payments, with NSAIDs coming in second.

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This Month's Must Read
Specialty Drugs to Watch in Workers’ Comp: Infusibles and Injectables

What is the place of these costly medications in workers’ comp?

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Clinical Insights
Massachusetts Publishes Study on Opioid Overdose Deaths

Approximately 741 injured workers died of opioid overdose deaths in Massachusetts.

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Marijuana Developments
New Jersey Proposes Expansion to Medical Marijuana Law

A new bill would give providers more discretion in what medical conditions could qualify a patient for medical cannabis.

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Psychedelic Developments
California Proposes Psychedelics Pilot Program

Five treatment centers would offer psychedelic therapy for veterans and former first responders.

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Healthe Developments
Healthesystems at WCI 2024

Adjusters Assemble! Visit Healthe at Booth #921 to learn how we reduce day-to-day burdens for claims professionals.

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June 2024

Industry Trends
NCCI Publishes Medical Cost Trends Report

Notable trends include a decrease in opioid utilization, generic substitution for Lyrica, and increased topical spend.

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This Month's Must Read
Child Labor Laws are Changing: How Could This Impact Workers’ Comp?

An increase in the teen workforce could impact workplace injury and claims management.

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Legislation & Policy
New Jersey Proposes Worker Heat Protections, Continuing Recent Trend

As another state considers protections, WCRI publishes new data on heat’s impact on workplace accidents.

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Legislation & Policy
More States Continue with PTSD Legislation

Oklahoma and Rhode Island enact new presumptions, with Georgia adding extra coverage.

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Psychedelic Developments
Maryland and Arizona Enact New Psychedelic Laws

A Maryland taskforce will plan regulation, while Arizona will tentatively cover MDMA treatment for first responders with PTSD.

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Workforce Trends
Positive Marijuana Screenings Increase – What More to Expect with Rescheduling?

New data from Quest Diagnostics 2024 Drug Testing Index, and industry leaders discuss how rescheduling will impact workers’ comp.

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May 2024

Medmonitor
Rezenopy Approved for Treatment of Opioid Overdose

A new naloxone nasal spray will soon be available.

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This Month's Must Read
Triple Threat: Healthcare Fraud, Waste and Abuse in Workers’ Comp

Identifying and combating a multifaceted problem, including proven and developing strategies.

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Industry Trends
WCRI Publishes 24th Edition of CompScope Benchmarks

A total of 14 different reports examine workers’ comp system performance across 17 states from 2017-2022.

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Marijuana Developments
DEA to Reschedule Marijuana

While bureaucratic wheels may take time, marijuana will become a Schedule III drug soon.

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Healthe Developments
Maximizing Efficiency and Streamlining Claims Management Processes

Healthe’s VP of Clinical Services, Silvia Sacalis, will co-present this educational session at PRIMA 2024.

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April 2024

Medmonitor
Lot of Methocarbamol Recalled Due to White Particles

Patients taking this muscle relaxant may be impacted by a lot from Eugia US/AuroMedics Pharma.

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Medmonitor
Cardiovascular Drug Approvals

As firefighters see more presumptions for heart disease, keeping track of heart medications could grow in importance.

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Industry Trends
2024 Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey Report

Visit Healthe at RISKWORLD® 2024 at Booth #1833 for your copy or download a copy now.

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Legislation & Policy
Rhode Island Proposes Worker Climate Protection

If enacted, Senate Bill 2900 would require worker protections from extreme heat and cold.

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Legislation & Policy
More States Consider Cancer Presumptions for Firefighters

Different types of cancers are being added to pre-existing presumptions.

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Healthe Developments
Visit Healthesystems at RISKWORLD 2024

Pick up a copy of the new Summer 2024 edition of RxInformer magazine, and learn how Healthe is transforming healthcare.

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March 2024

Medmonitor
New Autoimmune Biosimilar Approved and Alzheimer’s Drug Goes Generic

Simlandi injection was approved for arthritic conditions, while Namzaric receives its first generic approval.

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This Month's Must Read
Novel Migraine Agents: What is Their Place in Injured Worker Therapy?

As the market grows, it becomes necessary to understand efficacy, costs, and alternatives.

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Industry Trends
CWCI Reports on Cumulative Trauma in Litigated Claims

Tenure more than age and other factors had a higher association with cumulative trauma claims.

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Legislation & Policy
AI Utilization Review Bills Appear Across the Country

California, Georgia, New York, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania could start a national trend.

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Psychedelic Developments
Three More States Introduce Psychedelics Bills, While FDA Sets MDMA Decision Date

Connecticut, Missouri, and New Hampshire join 10 other states considering psychedelics bills.

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Healthe Developments
Medical Issues Panel at IAIABC Forum & The Fear of Reinjury in Workers’ Comp

Amanda Waltemath, Director of Clinical Services joins a panel discussion on April 10th, and Tate Rice, Director of Product Management speaks to Risk & Insurance.

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February 2024

Medmonitor
FDA Evaluates Report of Suicidal Thoughts with GLP-1 Receptor Agonist

While no clear link is established to these obesity and diabetes drugs, the FDA will continue to monitor data.

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This Month's Must Read
2024 Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey Report

This sixth annual survey report highlights the top challenges and priorities of 500 industry professionals.

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Legislation & Policy
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Final Rule on Worker Classification

The rule clarifies differences between employees and contractors, establishing who is entitled to benefits – including workers’ comp.

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Psychedelic Developments
Ten Psychedelic Bills Introduced Across State Legislatures

States so far include Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Indiana, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, and Wisconsin.

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Opioid Developments
FDA Approves First Test to Help Identify Risks of Developing Opioid Use Disorder

The AvertD test is intended to be used prior to first exposure to oral opioids in patients considered for a 4-30 day prescription for acute pain.

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Marijuana Developments
Department of Health and Human Services Reveals Cannabis Rescheduling Findings

With many federal agencies in alignment, the ultimate decision rests with the DEA.

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January 2024

Medmonitor
FDA Issues Respective Warnings for Compounded and Counterfeit Semaglutide

The growing demand for this drug has led individuals to search for semaglutide from alternative sources.

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This Month's Must Read
The Mind-Body Connection: Exploring the Relationship Between Injury and Mental Health

Injuries accompanied by mental health disorders can increase claim costs and delay recovery.

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Legislation & Policy
Growing Shifts in Child Labor Laws

Many states passed or proposed changes in 2023, with two states so far working on bills for 2024.

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Marijuana Developments
White House Pardons Simple Possession Charges for Marijuana

A recent proclamation applies to simple federal possession charges on or before December 22, 2023.

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Legislation & Policy
PTSD Presumptions Could See More Action in 2024

As legislative sessions open, several states have continued to introduce PTSD bills.

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Healthe Developments
Emerging/Current Medical and Drug Trends

Healthe’s VP of Clinical Services, Silvia Sacalis, will co-present at the 20th Annual Workers’ Compensation Insurance ExecuSummit.

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December 2023

Medmonitor
FDA Warns of Rare Drug Interactions with Antiseizure Drugs

Hypersensitivity reactions may start as a rash but can quickly result in injury to internal organs.

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This Month's Must Read
Beyond Opioids: Drugs of Concern in Workers’ Compensation

As opioid utilization decreases, other pharmacy trends bear watching.

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Clinical Insights
Comorbidities and Recovery After Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain

A new WCRI report utilizes data from 68,850 workers from 2017-2021.

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Industry Developments
Bureau of Labor Statistics Reports on Workplace Injuries and Illnesses

Employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2022, an increase of 7.5% from 2021.

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Legislation & Policy
White House Issues Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence

The order seeks increased transparency from AI companies regarding model operations, safety and privacy standards, and consumer/worker protections.

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Healthe Developments
Industry Wide Trends & Pharmacy Trends

Healthe expertise is featured in Risk & Insurance magazine, both on larger industry trends, and on evolving drug trends.

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November 2023

Medmonitor
FDA Approves New Formulation of Combogesic

The acetaminophen and ibuprofen combination was approved for IV use, and as an adjunct to opioid therapy for the treatment of pain.

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