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Changes to the ODG Drug Formulary Impact Opioid Class

… formulary as stated above. If you have any questions about this update, please contact your account manager or client services manager. …
News Release

Changes to the ODG Drug Formulary Impact Opioid Class

… formulary as stated above. If you have any questions about this update, please contact your account manager or client services manager. …
News Release

Puerto Rico Governor Declares State of Emergency

… in how injured workers can access care, and Mitchell Pharmacy Solutions has been configured to account for these changes. The emergency declaration will allow impacted injured workers to fill …
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Enlyte Drug Trend Report: Migraine Med Use Soars in Comp Despite Overall Drop in Scripts

… of opioid usage in workers’ comp, which decreased by 7.8% in 2024. However, opioids remain the top-prescribed drug class in 2024, followed by NSAIDs, anticonvulsants, muscle relaxants, and … classes represent the majority of total scripts (54.4%) and costs (53.5%). While most of the top 10 drug classes saw drops in overall prescriptions, migraine medications and topical … in workers’ comp. Enlyte’s data shows that claims open for more than two years account for 92.1% of the total drug spend, while those open 0-1 years account for less than 8%. …
Blog

Brand and Generic Trends in Managed and Unmanaged Populations

… rate for topicals rose 5.5% points to 92.6%. This was the biggest increase among the top 10 drug classes. Beyond an increase in the use of generic medications, there were other signs … unmanaged prescriptions. Generics as a percentage of all prescriptions rose 2.6% points to account for 81.8% of all unmanaged utilization. A decline in compounds per claim led to a 2.5% …
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William Wilt
Conference

AASCIF Annual Conference

… success Industry trends, including formulary changes and other compliance issues. Contact your account manager or click here to schedule a meeting with Mitchell at AASCIF. …
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COVID-19-Related State Budget Shortfalls and Resulting Impacts to Workers’ Comp

… drop significantly during a recession. In California, for example, personal income taxes account for 67% of the state’s overall revenue. 3 The personal income tax losses during COVID-19 …
Article

AI and Ergonomics: Merging Technology with Human Expertise for Optimal Workplace Solution

… solutions. Additionally, ergonomists are instrumental in creating ergonomic programs that account for the human aspects of workplace well-being, such as mental health, stress, and overall employee satisfaction—factors that AI systems typically do not account for. By combining AI insights with human empathy and communication, ergonomists help … are constantly moving and handling patients, ergonomists can develop customized solutions that account for the unpredictable nature of the job. AI, while helpful, may not always capture these …
Article

Protect Your Program from Unnecessary Risk: Why Provider Agreements Matter More Than Ever
Article

Understanding Compliance and Regulatory Trends in Workers’ Comp Costs
Article

Reduce Cost and Complexity in Workers’ Comp Ankle and Foot Claims

… teams with unnecessary touchpoints. Proactive Oversight Drives Outcomes   Sprains and strains account for 50–60% of all foot and ankle claims. While a Grade I sprain (mild, with a small …
News Release

Mitchell Transforms Estimating Platform to Meet the Needs of Electric Vehicles
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Mitchell Transforms Estimating Platform to Meet the Needs of Electric Vehicles
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Turning Claims Data Into Actionable Insight
Podcast

Are All Electronic Provider Payment Solutions the Same?

… well covered. And really all they're doing is moving money from one digital wallet or bank account to another. It’s plain and simple. Another type of payment is consumer-to-business … reconciliation data. Meaning, it's not just about moving the dollars from the insurer's bank account to the provider's bank account, but you also have to accompany the dollars with the associated reconciliation data. What …
Article

Third Party Litigation Funding: A Symptom of Deeper Issues in the Legal System
Article

Taking Charge: How EVs are Impacting Auto Insurance and Collision Repair

… Volume Change and Number of Estimate Lines by Propulsion Type Furthermore, MHEVs and PHEVs account for more than two additional lines per estimate compared to ICE vehicles, and BEVs add … when EV-specific parts and categories are substituted for ICE alternatives. To account for these differences, appraisal solutions should be tailored to EVs with the addition of …
Article

Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights Q3 2023

… Top North America EV Markets Based on Repairable Claims Frequency Q3 2023 … Top EV Model Frequency by Region Q3 2023 *Difference between Q3 2023 and Q2 2023. …
Article

Blinded by the Light: The Impact of Advances in Headlamp Technology on Auto Claims

… accordingly. The average cost of a replacement headlamp in 2019 YTD is $418.36 and takes into account all part types, including new OEM, remanufactured, recycled, and aftermarket parts. … OEM collision repair procedures is vital to avoiding costly mistakes. Learn more about the top automotive trends for 2020 and what it means for the collision repair industry. Average Headlamp Price Figure 4: Top 10 Highest Manufacturer Headlamp Prices for Estimates Written in 2019—Repairable Vehicles, …
Blog

A Look at the Foundation of Work Comp Pharmacy Trends
Conference

Enlyte Envision 2026

… best conference of the year. Registration opens in Q2 2026. Contact your Customer Success or Account Representative for more information. …
Article

WC injuries in a new and inexperienced workforce

… industry took a massive hit with layoffs alone, and then you had the voluntary turnover on top of that. … and insurance carriers. Anne began her career with Intracorp in provider recruitment and account management. Since that time her role has evolved into a number of analytic and …
Article

Transportation and translation: an unlikely but powerful duo
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Continuing Care During COVID-19

… progresses. For further questions on how Genex is moving your claims forward, contact your account manager. …
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Texas Non-subscriber Case Management
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StateWatch: Bill Review May/June 2019
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StateWatch: Bill Review May/June 2019