San Diego, CA – Mitchell recently announced the results of a survey of about 100 workers’ compensation professionals in the U.S. The survey showed which technologies they believe will have the greatest impact on the industry in the future, and which operational areas will improve the most with the use of those technologies. Half of… [Read more]
Claims, Legal, & Compliance News
CA WCIRB Fourth Quarter 2019 Experience Report Released
Oakland, CA – The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) recently released its Quarterly Experience Report, an update on California statewide insurer experience valued as of December 31, 2019. Highlights of the report include: California written premium for calendar year 2019 is 6 percent below that for calendar year 2018. The average charged… [Read more]
Sedgwick Introduces “Back to Business” Services for Resuming Ops Amid COVID-19
Memphis, TN – Sedgwick recently announced the launch of a new customizable suite of services designed to assist businesses as they look to move forward and resume operations safely in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Every industry and organization has been presented with challenges of business continuity and maintaining safe work environments due… [Read more]
WCRI Study: Medical Payments Per Claim in VA Decreased 13% After Fee Schedule Introduced
Cambridge, MA – The average medical payment per claim in Virginia decreased 13 percent between 2017 and 2018, after the state implemented a medical fee schedule on January 1, 2018, according to a recent study by the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI). This change was a main factor behind an 8 percent decrease in the… [Read more]
Sedgwick Expands Absence Management Services for Mid-size Employers
Memphis, TN – Sedgwick recently announced the expansion of the company’s disability and absence solutions for mid-size employers in the market. Sedgwick can now take the disability, leave of absence and compliance services it has historically offered to the largest employers and extend that same level of expertise to employers with fewer cases or covered… [Read more]
US AO Announces Settlement of Fraud & Kickback Lawsuit Against Compounding Pharmacies, Owners
New York, NY – Geoffrey S. Berman, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Lt. Gen. Ronald J. Place, Director of the Defense Health Agency of the U.S. Department of Defense (“DoD”), Scott J. Lampert, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Regional Office of the U.S. Department of Health… [Read more]
CA DWC and WCAB Announce Updated Hearing and Filing Procedures
San Francisco, CA – The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) and the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) recently announced an update to the modified calendar and filing procedures announced on March 16, 2020. The update to the procedures continues to prioritize the health and safety of staff and the public to help prevent the spread… [Read more]
NCCI Releases Insights on Large Losses in Workers’ Compensation
Boca Raton, FL – NCCI recently released a new Insights write up on Large Losses in Workers’ Compensation, specifically claims above $1 Million. The workers compensation (WC) line of business has experienced a long-term decline in overall claim frequency that has spanned several decades. Despite this positive trend, serious accidents continue to occur and take… [Read more]
CA DWC Issues Emergency Measures for Med-Legal Evals During Stay-at-Home Order
San Francisco, CA – In line with Governor’s Newsom’s stay-at home order in response to the COVID-19 crisis issued on March 19, the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) encourages primary treating physicians to continue to manage injured workers’ care through telehealth options whenever medically appropriate. Telehealth options include remote visits via video-conferencing, video-calling or similar… [Read more]
NCCI Releases COVID-19 & Workers’ Compensation FAQ
Boca Raton, FL – The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) recently released a new FAQ article offering perspective on the impact that COVID-19 (coronavirus) may have the workers compensation industry. These frequently asked questions (FAQs) are intended to be the start of a series of responses that will address questions NCCI receives. Please review… [Read more]