Topical creams are becoming part of the mix of pain treatment options as doctors look for alternatives to addictive opioids.
With an effective date of January 1, 2018 for California Senate Bill (SB) 1160 rapidly closing in, many stakeholders in our industry are continuing to analyze the kind of impact the bill may have for injured workers receiving quicker access to medical treatment, utilization review (UR) volumes, and controlled costs for those in our industry.
A new year means new Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code changes! There are a total of 314 code changes in the 2018 code set, and with 2018 just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how these changes will impact the casualty industry.
Organizations seeking new strategies to improve workers’ compensation progra
Faced with challenges, you may request an independent medical examination (IME) to help determine the next step in the claim and injury management process.
Getting the right data can be paramount to proper and safe vehicle repair. Just look at last year's court case in Texas and subsequent verdict that found that previous vehicle repairs had deviated from OEM recommended repair procedures and thereby contributed to occupant injuries.
Quick-thinking nurse case managers helped solve a medical mystery and facilitated treatment that saved a man's life.