Topical creams are becoming part of the mix of pain treatment options as doctors look for alternatives to addictive opioids.
Understanding the intricacies of durable medical equipment (DME) is crucial to streamlining claims, optimizing costs and facilitating patient recovery. Here are five essential insights that adjusters should keep in mind when an injured employee requires DME for one or more products.
Diagnostic imaging is vital in workers’ compensation, offering critical insights into injuries, guiding treatment plans and supporting informed decision-making. This fundamental service enhances outcomes for injured employees and employers alike, streamlining the recovery process with timely and effective care.
In this article, Jill Harris, SVP, Network Operations outlines how the Coventry VIP Program benefits all parties. She provides an overview and the components of the program's offerings, illustrating how investing in provider relationships serves as a foundation for a robust network strategy.
In “The Evolving Claims Professional,” Steve Laudermilch notes that 50% of the current insurance workforce will retire over the next 15 years, creating a talent chasm among adjusters in our industry. Though claims operations have stabilized their staffs by backfilling deficits, many still struggle getting these new adjusters up to speed.
The Canadian CARSTAR franchise network will celebrate its 30th anniversary in Victoria, BC by hosting its annual conference. Over the course of three days, the CARSTAR team, along with professionals from across the industry, will gather to celebrate this milestone, attend informational sessions and strengthen connections with one another during events like the vendor trade show.
Prior to leaving the hospital, injured employees need a well-organized plan to ensure a successful transition home. This plan should include arrangements for essential services like durable medical equipment (DME), home health care, transportation and diagnostic services, especially in cases involving complex injuries.