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Specialty Solutions Spotlight: Managing Medical Device Warranties in Workers’ Compensation
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Functional Restoration Programs: What the Latest CWCI Study Reveals, and Why Oversight Matters
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Ask The Pharmacist: The Role of Topical Medications in Workers’ Compensation

… According to the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI), these products now account for approximately 22% of total medication payments. Dermatological agents and NSAIDs continue to be top cost drivers, and both the number of injured employees using topical medications and the … Top 3 Topicals by Cost …
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Reclaim Control Over Specialty Costs

… a thoughtful, strategic approach. Based on data from internal calculations, these services now account for an astounding $6.4 billion annually in workers’ compensation medical spend, …
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Specialty Solutions Spotlight: Using Quality Physical Therapy First for Low Back Pain Helps Reduce Costs and Improves Outcomes

… attributed to overuse or unnecessary services . In workers' compensation, physical therapy can account for up to 20% of medical costs, making it crucial to ensure appropriateness and quality …
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Specialty Solutions Spotlight: Cybersecurity Risks With Internet Connected Medical Devices
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Is there a new concern related to Gabapentin use and serious breathing problems?

… added pain relief without added CNS-depressant properties. Please contact your First Script account manager or clinical pharmacist with any questions or concerns you may have regarding this …
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Work Comp: COVID-19 Effects and Lasting Impacts [Podcast]
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Mitchell Earns URAC Reaccreditation for Workers' Compensation Utilization Management
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Discharge Planning - A Vital Component for RTW

… OK, great. And what are the main things you account for when developing a hospital discharge plan? … We really account for not only the patient, but the care team at home, so any of the caregivers, what is …
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The Long, Winding Road of Drug Pricing
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Workers’ Comp Data: Restaurant and Hospitality, Educational Services Industries Still Experiencing Low Volume of Workers’ Comp Claims

… identify how claim trends have changed over the past year and a half.  Below, we’ve shared our top takeaways based on our analysis. This report includes claim data through June 30, 2021. … The Healthcare Industry is Still the Top Source of Workers’ Compensation COVID-19 Claims …
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Four Security and Continuity Controls to Expect from Your Bill Review Vendor to Prevent Service Disruptions
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Ask The Pharmacist: What Adjusters Need to Know About Trubrexa, a High-Cost Topical Analgesic

… options. This pricing disparity creates significant cost concerns , particularly when: PLTAs account for only 3.9% of prescription volume but 20.5% of total pharmacy costs. Opportunistic …
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Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights Q1 2025

… CAD for ICE automobiles (-$479 CAD/-8%*). Plugged-In Q1 2025 Parts Statistics By the Numbers Top North America BEV Markets Based on Repairable Claims Frequency Q1 2025 Top BEV Model Claims Frequency by Region Q1 2025 *Difference between Q1 2025 and Q4 2024. …
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The Heart of the Challenge: The Role of Direction of Care in Managing Workers' Compensation Costs
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Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights 2023 Year in Review

… Top North America EV Markets Based on Repairable Claims Frequency 2023 Review … Top EV Model Frequency by Region 2023 Review *Difference between 2023 and 2022. Previous Issue   …
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Mitchell Automates Scan and Calibration Detection in Estimating Workflow

… said Gabe Scognamiglio, president of Touch of Class Collision. “So it is critical that we account for that work on every estimate or supplement. This gives our customers peace of mind …
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Mitchell and Car ADAS Solutions Team Up to Provide Enhanced Calibration Support
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Genex Services' IME Program Earns URAC designation

… and disabled workers. Genex, a clinical management leader throughout North America, serves the top underwriters of workers' compensation, automobile, disability insurance, third-party …
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Create Rules that Drive Accurate and Proper Repairs with Estimate Advisor
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Top 5 Benefits of Having Repair Procedures in Mitchell Cloud Estimating

… creating a damage appraisal it is often times necessary to consult the repair procedures to account for all the necessary operations unique to the vehicle. In recognition of needs of this …
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How to Strategically Develop a Strong PBM Partnership

… their data and technology? What kind of implementation support do they provide? What kind of account management and partnership will you receive? What are their regulatory support programs? …
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Total Loss Trends: What You Can and Can’t Control

… are involved. Compare that to $138 for carriers that leverage build-sheet (which takes into account that build-sheet isn’t available across all makes yet). Market conditions may be driving …
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Motor Vehicle Markets: Q2 2017
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StateWatch Early Spring 2017

… . The following top five leading causes of disabling injury in the workplace accounted for 63.8 percent of the … could reduce year-end transfers to the General Fund from the Insurance Department Restricted Account by $9,200 annually from FY 2018 through FY 2021. …
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StateWatch Early Spring 2017

… . The following top five leading causes of disabling injury in the workplace accounted for 63.8 percent of the … could reduce year-end transfers to the General Fund from the Insurance Department Restricted Account by $9,200 annually from FY 2018 through FY 2021. …
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Average Length of Rental for Repairable Vehicles: Q4 2023

… overall LOR was often the highest in the nation. While Louisiana’s LOR is still in the top 10 overall, the state recorded a drop of 2.7 days, which is the largest decline in LOR in the … As aftermarket delivery times are typically under 24 hours, this has an impact on the parts procurement cycle time. We are also seeing a greater frequency of repair operations than in Q4 … total losses, LOR was 23.6 days, a 1.8-day decline from Q4 2022. A large gap exists between top and bottom; PEI recorded the highest LOR at 32.5 days, a 2.7-day increase, while Newfoundland …