Exploring the Psych Effects of COVID and Emergence of PTSD in Comp
None of us have gone untouched by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is especially true for frontline workers who care for the critically ill. So, in part three of our series on mental health’s impact on workers’ comp, we’re going to look at the psychosocial effects the pandemic continues to play on our society and how post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has become a term used more often in our industry. Joining me today are our experts, Nikki Wilson, Tammy Bradly, and Mariellen Blue.
The Truth About Mental Health and Claim Costs
Traditionally, the term mental health has been treated as a claims pariah in workers’ comp, as it’s been associated with delaying recovery and sending costs spiraling out of control.
Understanding Mental Health Misconceptions in Workers’ Comp
Hello and welcome to the first of a four-part podcast compliment to the Mitchell | Genex | Coventry thought leadership eBook, Strategies for Combating Mental Health Challenges in Injured Employ
Quality Assurance in Case Management
Quality assurance is a vital part of any workers’ comp claim. No more so than in case management, where details and communication matter most. In today’s Inside Workers’ Comp, I’m joined by three Genex experts — Judy Speirs, Case Management Senior Product Manager, Linda Mastropaolo, Case Management Product Manager, and Linda Wolf, Case Management Senior Product Manager — to discuss how case managers ensure quality in their cases and why it’s so important to meet these objectives.
Examining Social Determinants of Health: The Whole Person Approach
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In the past five years, terms such as advocacy, engagement, coaching, and even “whole-person approach” have been widely discussed within workers’ compensation — for good reason.
How Remote Ergonomics Assessments Help Prevent Home Office Injuries
1 MIN READ
For many employees, remote work started as a temporary displacement from office worksites due to COVID-related shutdowns.
New York Drug Formulary and Prior Authorization Process
On-Demand
The New York State Workers’ Compensation Board (NYWCB) has adopted new rules regarding its workers’ compensation drug formulary including a web-based portal, which is required for prior authorizati