Business Insurance: Creams cut pain, but price is the rub
Topical creams are becoming part of the mix of pain treatment options as doctors look for alternatives to addictive opioids.
Topical creams are becoming part of the mix of pain treatment options as doctors look for alternatives to addictive opioids.
Brian Allen was featured in a Business Insurance article discussing an NCCI report on the decline of new workers’ comp mental health presumption laws. These laws, which typically benefit at-risk professionals like first responders, saw fewer enactments this year compared to last. Brian attributes the slowdown to concerns over unknown costs and notes the industry is awaiting the impact of recent legislation.
Approximately one-third of all visible light is “high-energy visible” or “blue” light. The original source is the sun, of course, shining brightly in a clear blue sky. When you squint against the sunny glare from a sandy beach or snow-capped hill, your eyes are reacting to the intensity of blue light. At the other end of the visible spectrum, low-energy red light is much easier on the eyes; it’s why we can easily gaze upon crimson sunsets.
As the Senate continues to work overtime to tackle its health care agenda—among other initiatives—the majority of state legislatures have managed to adjourn despite passing substantial bills that could significantly affect workers’ comp.
Make sure you know about each of the medications you take. This includes why you take it, how to take it, what you can expect while you’re taking it, and any warnings about the medication. The information provided in this document is general. So be sure to read the information that came with your medication. If you have any questions or concerns, talk to your pharmacist or doctor.
A mid-sized national TPA was considering outsourcing its telephonic case management services to a third party. After evaluating their current program, including ongoing financial commitment to maintain clinical staff, a decision was made to request proposals from outside parties.
A large carrier considered outsourcing its telephonic case management services to a third party. After evaluating their current program, including the ongoing financial commitment to maintain a large clinical staff, a decision was made to request proposals from outside parties.