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Psychedelics as Medicine? A Look at Alternative Treatments for Mental Health Conditions

… Do Psychedelics Have Potential for Medical Use? …
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Strong networks in conjunction with a solid care model provide pathways to address injured worker mental-health challenges

… the most appropriate treatments. Difficult times can require adjusters and case managers to do a little more looking under the hood of a claim to try and anticipate where an injured …
Article

5 COVID-19 Security Threats to Know About

… 11% of personal desktops, 20% of personal laptops and 50% of mobile phones and tablets do not have antivirus installed. Working remotely also boosts the likelihood of employees …
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Health Literacy’s Impact on Delayed Recovery

… There are several things injured employees can do to help themselves. First, they must foster the attitude that they want to be engaged in their …
News Release

Mitchell l Genex Signs Agreement to Acquire Coventry Workers' Comp Services, Aligning Premier Medical Management and Cost Containment Providers

… people to work, to play, and to life. And its care management and cost-containment solutions do just that. Its networks, clinical solutions, specialty programs, and business tools will help …
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Mitchell | Genex signs agreement to acquire Coventry Workers' Comp Services, aligning premier medical management and cost containment providers

… people to work, to play, and to life. And its care management and cost-containment solutions do just that. Its networks, clinical solutions, specialty programs, and business tools will help …
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Economic Trends Impacting the Collision Repair Industry in 2019

… 2019 being attributed to SUVs, CUVs, and light trucks, compared to 45.54% in Q2 2018. Not only do these vehicles carry a higher sticker price on the showroom floor, they are also holding their …
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Why Your Bodily Injury Adjusters Are Overloaded with Work, Hint: You Might Be Asking Them to Focus on the Wrong Things

… to fully understand each claim and effectively negotiate an accurate settlement every time. On top of that, third party adjusters typically face many administrative tasks that can take them … workloads. Technology can be a big help in this process, as the right tools help adjusters do their jobs more effectively and efficiently, leading to better bodily injury claim outcomes. …
Podcast

How Service Impacts Claim Costs

… the standpoint of thinking that, “well, we'll just take care of the request as we normally do and that's it.” Personalization is seen as not being an important aspect, other than making …
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The Power of Integration and Automation: Humanizing the Claims Process
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The Power of Perspective: Seeing the Full Picture of a Claim

… methods, sensors or other innovative technologies—is helpful, but it’s what insurers do with the data that can make a difference in claim outcomes. The digital age is not only …
News Release

Oklahoma House Committee Advances Workers' Compensation Reform Legislation

… treatment entails shorter-term programs to wean an individual from an addictive substance but do not include longer-term substance abuse treatment designed to modify behaviors that led to the …
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Making the Most Out of Your Data: Four Tips for Engaging with Claims Consultants
Podcast

Is Your Data Program Dated?

… know that there is as much of a reluctance as maybe a lack of understanding of what data can do. Some people are just not used to looking at information that way or they claim not to be a …
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Building a Strong Company Culture For Better Outcomes, Brand Beliefs, and Behaviors.

… For culture to flourish, it must become a daily practice at all levels, for every employee. To do this, companies must provide opportunities for employees to own and invest in it. At Mitchell, …
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Aging Workforce: The Next Frontier In Workers’ Comp

… is critical with this population to effectively coordinate care. The case manager can do the following: Carefully review medical records for comorbidities and pre-existing conditions …
Article

Aging Workforce: The Next Frontier In Workers Comp

… is critical with this population to effectively coordinate care. The case manager can do the following: Carefully review medical records for comorbidities and pre-existing conditions …
Blog

Examining High-Impact Drug Class Trends

… are being prescribed in workers’ comp with growing frequency — ranking third among the top therapeutic classes at 12.4 percent of total drug cost and representing 5.7 percent of total … concerns regarding cost management. Breaking out our data from 2021 a little further, the top five topical medications in our book by cost were represented by four prescription topicals … by its utilization. We see a lot of that, which is good. Velma, a brand‑name‑only, private top‑, private‑label topical patch containing analgesics, methyl salicylate 16 percent, menthol 2 …
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Inside Texas Workers’ Comp: How Certified Health Care Networks Shape Outcomes

… untapped potential for additional network savings and improved cost outcomes for clients. Q: Do different payers have different needs and goals when it comes to an HCN? A:  Absolutely. Of …
Article

6 Common Causes of Work-Related Injuries and How to Treat Them

… These advanced devices do more than replace lost limbs; they are crucial for rehabilitation and help injured employees …
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Ask The Pharmacist: Cardiovascular Effects of NSAIDs, Opioids & Other Workers' Comp Medications

… comp? There can be. Here are some heart-related side effects or precautions for three of the top therapeutic classes in workers’ compensation. Opioids (a.k.a., Narcotics) All  opioids  can … with your health care professional such as the prescribing doctor or dispensing pharmacist. Do you have a workers’ compensation or auto related pharmacy question? Send us an email at  …
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Long-Lasting Pandemic Trends That Might Surprise You

… It is no surprise that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed much about the way we live and do business. It may come as a surprise, however, how long some of these changes may linger long …
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A Look Back at 2020 Trends in Auto Insurance

… of their customers and business partners. And there is no doubt that they will continue to do so, no matter what the future holds. …
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Three Reasons Your Data Is Under Attack Right Now

… and only fresh training and reminders on how to spot and avoid those attacks will keep it top of mind. … we train our employees to help protect them and our organizations. The number one thing we can do is communicate often with our remote workers. Stay connected with them, and offer different …
News Release

Mitchell Issues 4th Quarter 2019 Industry Trends Report

… The Auto Physical Damage edition also explores what to look for in the coming year with Top Five Automotive Trends for 2020, and dives deeper into issues around electrification of … Bodily Injury Adjusters Are Overloaded with Work , and helps payers answer the question When Do You Need an MSA? About the Industry Trends Report Now in its 18th year, Mitchell's ITR reaches …
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Dashboard Cameras Go Beyond Recording the Road Ahead

… A small camera is mounted to an interior windshield, to the rear-view mirror or on top of the dashboard. It begins recording in a continuous loop when you start your car and … themselves to meet increasing demand. Cadillac’s new CT5 luxury sedan has a camera on top of the steering column to monitor driver awareness. The 2020 Hyundai Sonata has not one, but … While some insurers do require trucks to have cameras, no U.S. insurers of passenger vehicles provide a discount for …
News Release

Arizona Industrial Commission Proposes Changes to Pharmacy Fee Schedule

… may be waived by pre-approval for the insurance carrier or employer. Other These guidelines do not apply to medications dispensed during hospital in-patient care. Over-the-counter …
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Mitchell International Acquires Medical Consultants Network