Editor's Forum

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. The state of the industry – pharmacy management in workers’ comp. Managed Care Matters Pandemic Workers Comp Claims Spike That Never Happened J&L Risk Management Blog The Return-to-Work Toolbox: Get Injured Employees Back to Work Quickly ReduceYourWorkersComp Editor’s Note: These… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features Apricus’ announcement of a new free webinar that examines the value of hospital discharge services in workers’ comp, noting that it’s critical to have a well-planned hospital discharge as an integral part of the transition to a facility or home. The webinar will discuss the most common workers’ comp injuries… [Read more]

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. In COVID Automation Boom, Robots and Apps Find Work at Services Firms Insurance Journal Episode 20: Data-Driven Decision Making ADJUSTED Podcast New NIOSH video highlights ‘critical role’ of Workplace Supported Recovery programs Safety + Health Magazine Editor’s Note: These links… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features the release of a new call from the National Safety Council that urges all employers to implement a COVID-19 vaccination requirement for their workers and unveiling of a guide outlining four levels of requirements for various workplace risk profiles. To assist employers in their vaccination efforts, NSC issued guidance outlining… [Read more]

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. Statement by U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh on Labor Day US DOL ‘Long COVID’ presents comp conundrum Business Insurance Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Long COVID John L Gelman Blog Editor’s Note: These links lead to outside news sources. We… [Read more]

In today’s issue of WorkCompRecap we announce a new leader, and the publishing of their new post in WorkCompWire’s exclusive “Leaders Speak” section! Leaders Speak features leaders from the Workers’ Compensation Industry, and focuses on issues that are timely, relevant, and thought provoking. Are you ready?? Find out who our new featured leader is right… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features the California WCIRB’s release of its 2020 California Workers’ Compensation Aggregate Medical Payment Trends report, which compares medical payment information from 2018 to 2020. The report examines medical payment and utilization trends by provider type, service locations and different service types, and also includes analysis on utilization and cost of… [Read more]

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. Judge Will Approve Purdue Bankruptcy Plan, Freeing Sacklers From Future Liability Suits Insurance Journal Technology & tools for employee wellness The Sounding Board How To Manage Physical Therapy Costs in Workers’ Comp and Still Deliver Excellent Care Risk &… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features the release of a new study from NCCI that examines the impact of the COVID‐19 pandemic on time to treatment for injured workers. Key findings included that delays in care associated with the pandemic were limited in both the time frame during which they occurred, and in duration, and while… [Read more]

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. Concerned Communicable Diseases Will Rock Workers’ Comp Claims? Risk & Insurance Study explores effectiveness of programs, policies on reducing opioid prescriptions Safety + Health Magazine Lack of Communication Increases Work Comp Costs ReduceYourWorkersComp Editor’s Note: These links lead to outside news sources.… [Read more]