Insights
What is an MCO?
3 MIN READ
More often than not clients will ask the question: What is an MCO? Well isn’t that a loaded question? If we take it at face value, a Managed Care Organization (MCO) is an organization that manages care. Like Coventry, who manages all types of “care” injured workers seek to get on the road to recovery. However, usually the question has more to do with State Certified Managed Care Programs, commonly referred to as MCOs. From there it gets clear as mud. While the general category of state certified programs may be commonly referred to as MCOs, when you get into the state specifics you won’t find it to be that easy.
The Power of Streamlined IT Investment: Simplifying Claims Technology Implementation
4 MIN READ
This is the fourth article in a seven-part series that highlights how technology and solution integration can result in improved claim outcomes. Click to read the first, second and third articles in the series. In the past decade or so, the world has undergone tremendous technological transformation. For example, in 2008, only 139 million smartphones were sold, compared to 1.56 billion in 2018, according to Statista.
Is Your Collision Repair Facility Ready for Electric Vehicles?
Some automakers are staking their futures on electric vehicles (EVs). General Motors announced it will launch twenty new, completely electric vehicles by 2023. VW plans to build 22 million electric cars in ten years. Daimler plans to offer an electrified variant for every model in its portfolio.
Secrets to a Successful Stay At Work Program
7 MIN READ
A good stay-at-work program can offer many benefits to employees and employers, but establishing a successful plan can sometimes be a challenge. To help make this process easier, I'm joined by Genex experts Kevin Ufier and Linda Mastropaolo who will offer tips on how to develop a successful program.
Investigating the Top Therapeutic Classes
2 MIN READ
First Script saw a decrease in opioid utilization across our retail and mail-order programs in 2018. In 2017, opioids made up 29.7% of total prescriptions, dropping to 26.9% in 2018, and representing a 2.8% decrease in utilization year over year.
Secrets to a Successful Stay At Work Program
7 MIN READ
A good stay-at-work program can offer many benefits to employees and employers, but establishing a successful plan can sometimes be a challenge. To help make this process easier, I'm joined by experts Kevin Ufier and Linda Mastropaolo who will offer tips on how to develop a successful program.
Opioids in 2019: Insights into New Regulations and Studies of the Epidemic
5 MIN READ
Momentum in battling the opioid crisis continues. As more states enact opioid prescribing limits, the federal government proposes new legislation, while new studies look at the impact of opioid laws and medical marijuana on lessening opioid abuse.