Article

CMS Announces Proposed Methods to Calculate Civil Monetary Penalties for Section 111 Reporting

… & Medicaid Services (CMS). Last year CMS announced 2020 plans to address the enforcement of Civil Monetary Penalties (CMPs) for both Group Health Plans (GHPs) and Non- Group Health Plans … reporting. CMS has utilized the public comments solicited in response to the Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) for CMPs that was published way back in December 2013 in the … and report poor quality data. Here we will focus on proposed penalties for NGHP entities. An NGHP that fails to perform Section 111 reporting within a specified timeframe can be penalized …
News Release

Mitchell Announces Secure Blockchain Solution for Sharing Information Among Collision Industry Partners

… Mitchell International, Inc. (Mitchell), a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty (P&C) claims and … repair and insurance claims industry. Mitchell's new solution will promote and foster the flow of collision data among trusted industry partners, using blockchain technology to provide a … to protect information saved everyday on local computers across the industry. Blockchain is an ideal solution, one where stakeholders enroll to become trusted partners and agree to share …
Article

Workers’ Comp Transformation and the Pandemic: 2020 Trends and Insights from the mPower Conference

… the office and working from home, regulations that have affected health care delivery and an uncertain economy. These changes have come quickly and are still evolving, even as 2021 … and emerging trends in the workers’ compensation industry that continue to change because of the pandemic. Below are summaries of their discussions, along with links to the full webcast session. … infectious diseases. Now, many presumption laws have been expanded to include a wider class of workers, have changed what is classified as “occupational exposure” and redefined how to …
News Release

Mitchell and Protech Join Forces to Streamline Calibration Detection

… Mitchell, an Enlyte company and leading technology and information provider for the P&C claims and repair industries, and Protech Automotive Solutions , the largest national provider of ADAS diagnostic scanning and calibration services, today announced that they have signed an … ADAS functionality. This will allow repairers to access a comprehensive, AI-generated report of manufacturer-recommended calibrations in Mitchell Connect based on information specific to …
News Release

Classic Collision Licenses Mitchell Cloud Estimating for Use at All Locations

… nearly 300 U.S. facilities can now leverage Mitchell’s technology to support its delivery of proper, safe and efficient collision repairs. … & Casualty (P&C) claims and  Collision Repair industries, and Classic Collision, LLC, one of the top four largest MSOs in the nation, today announced that they have signed a multi-year … by employing the best talent and using the highest-quality materials. Classic Collision is one of the largest privately held national providers of auto body repair services. For over 40 years, …
Podcast

Field Strategies for Claims Success During COVID

… claims forward. In today’s Inside Workers’ Comp, we talk to Tim Howard, Senior Vice President of field case management, to discuss how his team is operating under restrictions and how he sees … Tim, what are some of the challenges that field case managers have faced since the COVID-19 pandemic started? … Will I be allowed to travel to a provider office? How can I ensure my safety and the safety of my injured worker?" After that, it developed into understanding the different restrictions for …
Article

Five Questions with Assured Research President William Wilt on What’s Trending in Auto and Workers’ Comp Today

… We sat down with William Wilt, president of P&C industry research firm Assured Research , to explore what’s trending in the auto casualty … investment analysts today is whether loss cost tailwinds can continue to outpace the headwinds of rate decreases. We’re entering the second or third year of that debate, and to this point loss … if those tailwinds dissipate, (even a little), accelerating rate decreases will lead to an upward inflection point in the workers’ comp loss ratio. As to the sources of loss cost …
News Release

Mitchell Diagnostics Platform Surpasses 3 Million Scans

… Mitchell, a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty (P&C) claims and … 2019, 2 million in 2020 and 3.2 million in October 2021. This latest milestone is the result of continued market demand for Mitchell’s industry-leading diagnostic scanning and calibration … vehicles Best-in-class coverage from Bosch that includes popular 2022 model year automobiles An all-in-one system for diagnostic scanning, estimating and calibrating Integrated OEM repair …
Case Study

Eliminating Workflow Waste Through Data Intelligence

… How an Auto Carrier Saved Over 10,000 Employee Hours  … Underperformance of medical bill straight-through processing leads to more manual touches, longer cycle times, and … by eliminating redundant work and freeing up capacity.  Magnifying Glass Icon Problem An auto carrier was under increasing pressure as straight-through processing failed to scale with … carrier partnered with Enlyte to apply advanced analytics and machine learning across millions of bills to pinpoint workflow waste and alleviate pressure on teams. The result was the …
Article

Ask The Pharmacist: Buprenorphine’s Role in Workers’ Compensation Pain Management

… What is the role of buprenorphine in pain management for workers’ compensation?  Buprenorphine, a Schedule III … opioid agonist offers a unique profile that balances effective pain relief with a lower risk of abuse and dependence compared to full opioid agonists. Safety Profile and Risks While … and euphoria. Despite its partial agonist status, buprenorphine should still be considered an opioid with associated risks. Dosage and Indications Buprenorphine is available in various …
Virtual Event

PLRB Webinar: Auto Casualty Claims Management Technologies

… Technology is evolving at an ever-increasing pace. New technology is being used to solve everyday problems in our personal … lives, and the same can be true in our professional lives as we look to improve the handling of auto casualty claims. Mitchell Vice President Norman Tyrrell and Liberty Mutual Strategy & … for the Carrier and the Injured Party Please note, this webinar is only available to employees of PLRB insurance member companies and affiliate member companies. PLRB members can visit …
Conference

Mobile Tech Expo 2023

… world-class seminars from industry leaders, demonstrations, competitions, expo deals from top industry companies, and networking opportunities. The Mobile Tech Expo also recently introduced the addition of Education Day where attendees looking to add new products or services to their businesses can … suppliers to better understand the products they use every day. Be sure to visit Mitchell, an Enlyte company, at booth #232 to learn more about our innovative PDR solutions for estimating, …
News Release

Enlyte President Nina Smith Named a Top 25 Women Leader by Calibre One

… Enlyte’s Nina L. Smith has been selected as one of the Top 25 Women Leaders in U.S. PE-Backed Software by Calibre One, a leading international … client satisfaction and operational excellence to the technology sector. In addition, Smith is an active community and industry member, previously serving on the board of the Alliance for …
Virtual Event

Go Paperless: Digitizing the Claims Payment Process

… continue to build and enhance their global digitization strategies, especially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Across the auto casualty and workers’ compensation insurance ecosystem … Adam Gerger, senior strategy and planning manager, about the digital economy, the benefits of achieving a paperless claims process, rules and regulations for electronic payments and … payments, how billing solutions can help digitize the claims process and how to select an electronic payments vendor, read the following articles. [mpower_post_grid][mpower_single_post …
News Release

New York Extends Drug Formulary Implementation for Renewal Prescriptions

… On Wednesday, April 8, 2020, the New York State Workers' Compensation Board announced an extension of the formulary deadline for renewal prescriptions due to the current impact of COVID-19 on the New York health care system. The new deadline for implementing the formulary …
News Release

Mitchell and Genex sign merger agreement that brings together leaders in medical compliance, cost containment and clinical solutions

… — Mitchell International , a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance and Collision Repair industries, and Genex , the leading provider of clinical solutions to the workers' compensation, auto and disability insurance markets, today … said Peter Madeja, CEO of Genex. “Moreover, through our combined strength, we now have an even greater ability to simplify processes, optimize workflows, and integrate rich data sets …
News Release

Mitchell Names CCMSI a 2020 mPower Customer Award Winner

… —Mitchell, a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty claims and … and CEO. "Their efforts deserve to be recognized and shared through this award, and are an example for other organizations looking for ways to improve outcomes." … to identify impact factors and automatically alert adjusters, CCMSI saved a significant amount of time and energy. It also allowed them to focus more intently on what they do best: help …
Article

What’s BIG Diversity?

… It’s mid-April, a time when my Outlook calendar begins to beep repeatedly in anticipation of the annual RIMS conference. While you surely have most of your regular appointments, sessions  and events scheduled by now, I’d suggest saving some time for a few new programs scheduled for the San Antonio meeting next week. One of these is the BIG Diversity series RIMS has planned this year. The events are designed to focus …
Article

The Coventry VIP Program

… In the complex environment of network management and provider relations, where the well-being of the injured individual stands as a focal point for all stakeholders, it's often the subtle … Coventry VIP Program is fundamental to our ongoing network investments. This program offers an array of benefits for providers, that bridges the relationships with the clients and injured … Fostering a provider-centric relationship requires intimate understanding of the workers’ compensation and auto liability landscapes as well as fundamental knowledge of …
News Release

Mitchell Reinforces Commitment to Program Freedom; Showcases Cloud Platform at SEMA 2019

… Mitchell, a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty (P&C) claims and Collision Repair industries, will be at SEMA to demo its cloud-based suite of solutions, including Mitchell Cloud Estimating, Mitchell Diagnostics and Mitchell Cloud Glass. … offering, Mitchell Intelligent Estimating , further reinforce the company's commitment to an open architecture ecosystem for both insurers and repairers. Mitchell first introduced its …
News Release

Genex chronicles flight paramedic's rise from a deadly helicopter crash

… case managers positively affect claims outcomes? Data and analytics will tell you one side of the story, but those numbers often undervalue the vital human component these professionals … arduous recovery to successful and sustained return to work. The video also offers the viewer an inside look at the unsung heroes of workers’ comp, the case managers who drive the treatment plan to ensure injured employees get …
News Release

Mitchell Introduces New Alternative for AI-Enabled Claims Processing Through Collaboration with Claim Genius

… —Mitchell, a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty (P&C) claims and … vision algorithms—automatically producing partial or complete estimates from photos and videos of damaged vehicles. Introduced in 2019, Mitchell Intelligent Estimating is the industry's first … Claim Genius will continue to deliver on this commitment while providing the industry with an innovative, scalable and cost-effective solution for claims automation." Using Mitchell …
News Release

New York State Workers’ Compensation Board Restores Previous Requirements

… established that the injured employee must use. The new requirement went into effect the day of its publication into the New York State Register , November 23, 2022. This amended addition to … 12 NYCRR 440.8 restores previous requirements that were effective prior to the implementation of the state’s drug formulary. When the initial reimbursement request is received, the bill shall … and insurance carriers are not required to pay any bill or reimbursement request from an out-of-network pharmacy that is deemed to have received the notification required by this …
Article

FDA Approves Combination NSAID/Opioid Seglentis

… a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and is indicated for adults in the management of acute pain that is severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate. Seglentis was approved as a tablet formulation containing 56mg of celecoxib and 44mg of tramadol. Currently, both medications are available generically in 100 … Pain treatment, especially with NSAIDs and opioids, represents a large volume of active prescriptions for injured workers. Mitchell Pharmacy Solutions will continue to monitor …
Article

FDA Approves Combination NSAID/Opioid Seglentis

… a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and is indicated for adults in the management of acute pain that is severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate. Seglentis was approved as a tablet formulation containing 56mg of celecoxib and 44mg of tramadol. Currently, both medications are available generically in 100 … Pain treatment, especially with NSAIDs and opioids, represents a large volume of active prescriptions for injured workers. Mitchell Pharmacy Solutions will continue to monitor …
Podcast

Understanding Mental Health Misconceptions in Workers’ Comp

… Hello and welcome to the first of a four-part podcast compliment to the Mitchell | Genex | Coventry thought leadership eBook, … Strategies for Combating Mental Health Challenges in Injured Employees. I’m Tom Kerr, director of communications at Genex Services, and over the course of the next few weeks, I’ll be joined by Mitchell | Genex | Coventry experts Mariellen Blue, … the overall relationship between mental health and physical injuries really regardless of whether the cause of a physical injury is related to sports, a car accident, a workplace …
Blog

A warming world poses increased risks for many workers

… unspool their destruction, we often focus on the numbers—acres burned, wind speeds, height of floodwaters. The coming years are likely to draw into focus another metric: workers injured by … grows warmer and weather patterns more volatile, many workers will face increased risks from an army of environmental hazards. This new reality will require fresh thinking about how to better …
Article

A Day One Approach

… and Employee Engagement Through Stay at Work and Return to Work Programs Each year, millions of workers in the United States experience an injury or a serious medical problem or disability that results in absence from work to receive … however, can cause stress to both the employer and employee. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the average median days away from work increased from 8 to 12 days from …