Lakewood Ranch, FL – WorkCompCollege.com, a division of Workers’ Compensation Educational Services, LLC, recently announced the launch of an innovative series of training modules covering the unique aspects of each workers’ compensation jurisdiction in the United States. The differences across state lines complicate the training of claims, operational, clinical and sales professionals. Equipping individuals to… [Read more]
Claims, Legal, & Compliance News
Workers’ Comp Benchmarking Study Releases 10-Year Industry Report Card
Chicago, IL – Since 2013, Rising Medical Solutions’ annual Workers’ Compensation Benchmarking Study has surveyed more than 3,600 claims leaders and frontline claims professionals on their top operational priorities, challenges, and opportunities, as well as their strategies for improving claim outcomes. Now, with the release of its tenth Study Report, this national research program reveals… [Read more]
CorVel Announces Launch of First Generative AI Module
Fort Worth, TX – CorVel Corporation (NASDAQ: CRVL) recently announced the release of its initial Generative AI module. A new addition to CorVel’s CogencyIQ® service offerings, the module will leverage machine learning to interpret medical records for adjusters and prompt immediate actions. Interpreting medical data and determining the next steps in managing a case is… [Read more]
CLARA Analytics Raises $24M in Series C Funding
Santa Clara, CA – CLARA Analytics recently announced its $24 million Series C funding, bringing its total funding to $60 million. This round was led by new investor Spring Lake Equity Partners, with participation from existing investors including Aspen Capital Group, Oak HC/FT, and QBE Ventures. “Insurers are facing increased pressure to manage losses and… [Read more]
CA AGl Bonta Announces Arrest of Doctor for Illegal Opioid Prescription Scheme
Santa Clara, CA – California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently announced the arrest of and filing of charges against Dr. Arash Padidar, a Santa Clara County doctor accused of illegally prescribing opioids to patients. The arrest and charges are the result of an investigation into an alleged two-years-long illegal prescription scheme by the California Department… [Read more]
Ametros Announces Two C-Suite Promotions
Wilmington, MA – Ametros recently announced that it has expanded its C-Suite with the promotions of two accomplished executives. As of September 1, Andrea Mills, formerly Executive Vice President of Sales, was promoted to Chief Client Officer and Gal Zhovnirovsky, formerly Executive Vice President of Operations and Engineering, became Ametros’ Chief Operating Officer. “Since joining… [Read more]
NCCI Releases 2023 Regulatory & Legislative Trends Report
Boca Raton, FL – NCCI recently released its 2023 Regulatory and Legislative Trends report, which provides an overview of key legislative, regulatory, and other developments affecting the workers compensation system. The information aligns with the legislative cycle to include the latest countrywide, regional, and individual state actions and trends as of July 31, 2023. Resources… [Read more]
MSPN Announces 2023 Annual Conference, Offers Hybrid Format
Baton Rouge, LA – The National Medicare Secondary Payer Network recently announced that the 20th Annual MSPN Educational Conference, It’s Showtime, will be held in a hybrid format, November 8-10, 2023. The National MSP Network is the only national Medicare Secondary Payer organization, and this year’s conference will be quite the showstopper. The conference is… [Read more]
Charles Taylor Appoints Steven Beard as Group President
New York, NY – Charles Taylor recently announced the appointment of Steven Beard as Group President, effective 01 September. Steven joins Charles Taylor from Ardonagh Specialty where he most recently served as CFO. He has held several prior roles as CEO, CFO and COO in Professional Services and Insurance companies. In his new role and… [Read more]
CLARA Analytics and ClaimDeck Announce Strategic Partnership
Santa Clara, CA – CLARA Analytics and ClaimDeck recently announced they have formed a strategic partnership to help carriers manage their litigation rates and drive better legal outcomes. Both CLARA and ClaimDeck insurance claims solutions are innovative technology platforms that use claims data to optimize the litigated claims outcome and mitigate rising litigation costs. CLARA’s… [Read more]