Alternative therapies are mentioned often by participants in the workers compensation sector trying to manage injured workers' pain while shifting away from the industry's dependence on opioids — and acupuncture is the talk of the town.
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Top Therapeutic Classes by Age of Claim in 2018
In this video blog we discuss the types of medications utilized by ill or injured workers can vary depending on the age of the claim and differences in claim population. Understanding the most-utilized types of medications in younger vs. older claims can help guide decision-making and aid in identifying opportunities for intervention that can lead to better overall outcomes. Click the video below to learn more.
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Advanced Driver-Assistance System Trends and Challenges
Today's advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) do more than reduce the risk of injuries during a crash; some features are designed to help avoid accidents altogether.
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New York Adopts New Pharmacy Fee Schedule and Proposes New Draft of Drug Formulary Rule
The Workers' Compensation Board in New York has been busy with two rulemakings that will affect how pharmacy care is delivered and reimbursed in the Empire State.
Workers' Comp
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Addressing Mental Health in the Workplace Using the Case Manager Approach
Mental health has traditionally been considered a pariah in workers’ compensation claims management. The old way of thinking is that when psychological issues enter the picture, claim costs spin out of control and return-to-work delays soar.
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Changing Consumer Expectations: Lessons from Home Delivery Services
How can the workers' compensation industry learn from other industries in the age of automation and technology? In this article, we will explore the shift to home delivery services and how this shift is relevant to the workers' compensation industry and prescription delivery services.
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Minnesota, Montana and Wyoming Pass Opioid Prescribing Limit Laws
States are looking at patient opioid agreements, warning labels, colored caps and informed consent.