Wayne, PA – How do specialized workers’ comp case managers positively affect claims outcomes? Data and analytics will tell you one side of the story, but those numbers often undervalue the vital human component these professionals add to the equation. For employees who survive catastrophic workplace injuries, a specialized case manager can be just as… [Read more]
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Genex Announces Winners of 2020 Heart of Case Management Awards
Wayne, PA – In a year when pandemic restrictions put the world on pause, Genex Services’ case managers kept going, determined to help injured employees regain function and return to work in a timely manner. Such successful acts of perseverance resonated in each nomination received for the 5th annual Heart of Case Management Awards and… [Read more]
Guest Post: Catastrophic COVID-19 Workers’ Comp Claims – Case Studies & The Pandemic
Dr. Michael Choo, Chief Medical Officer and Senior VP for Paradigm The COVID-19 pandemic surprised all of us in January 2020, with its speed of viral infection transmission causing high mortality and morbidity among those afflicted in the United States. This newly formed mutant coronavirus, now known as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 or… [Read more]
Safety National Webinar: Maximizing Outcomes for Spinal Cord and Brain Injuries
St. Louis, MO – Safety National recently announced a new complimentary webinar, noting that spinal cord and brain injuries can be devastating for both the injured worker and their family. With the potential for a lifetime of specialized care and rehabilitation, choosing a model center of care can often provide the best possible outcomes. In… [Read more]
Chronovo Announces Launch of ChronovoCare Medical Savings Program
Burlington, MA – Chronovo, Inc. recently announced the launch of ChronovoCare, a 3-in-1 medical savings program for prescription medicine, medical equipment and surgical procedures that is offered by no other structured settlement broker. The program combines three critical aspects of healthcare into a single, unrestricted savings solution. ChronovoCare’s “Smart Savings3” provides: As much as 80%… [Read more]
Sedgwick Names John Stanzi President of Casualty Operations for the Americas
Memphis, TN – Sedgwick recently announced it has appointed John Stanzi its president of casualty operations for the Americas. Stanzi steps into the role formerly held by Jim Ryan, who was recently named COO of the Americas. Stanzi most recently held the role of managing director of casualty operations with Sedgwick, where he worked closely… [Read more]
WA Businesses Face Fines for Coronavirus Mask Violations, But Most are Complying
Tumwater, WA – A handful of Washington businesses are facing fines for violations related to lack of mask use by customers and staff. Yet thousands of others that were the subject of complaints are following the governor’s order after numerous contacts and education about requirements from L&I. Since mid-July, the Department of Labor & Industries… [Read more]
Mitchell Announces New Provider Data Explorer to Help Combat Claims Fraud, Waste and Abuse
San Diego, CA – Mitchell recently announced its new Provider Data Explorer solution, which provides a holistic view of medical provider behavior in the P&C industry. Using data visualization, Provider Data Explorer enables both auto casualty and workers’ compensation claims organizations to analyze medical provider treatment and billing behaviors to identify irregular activities that may… [Read more]
MEMIC Implements New Claim System and Injury Reporting Portal
Portland, ME – MEMIC recently announced that it has replaced its legacy claim system with Insurity’s ClaimsXPress solution to streamline claim processing, reinforce future growth strategies, and better support the Company’s service standards for employers and injured workers. “MEMIC’s commitment to providing the best service in the insurance industry requires a continuous investment in people… [Read more]
Ohio BWC Names Shawn Crosby New Claims Chief
Columubus, OH – The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation recently named a Cincinnati resident with nearly three decades of workers’ compensation experience as its new chief of claims services. Shawn Crosby, who joined BWC as a front-line clerk in 1993 and most recently served as Cincinnati claims director, replaces former claims chief Patricia Harris, who… [Read more]