An article about the growing problem of narcotic medications in the workers’ compensation claims area. Click here to read…
Archive for June, 2011
Overview of types of workers’ compensation claims offices
June 21st, 2011 The linked article is a basic but nice overview of the variety of workers’ compensation claims offices used in the United States for administration of claims, both insured and self-insured. Read more…
Issues workers’ compensation claims professionals face
June 21st, 2011 An internet blog post which highlights some of the issues confronted on a daily basis by workers’ compensation claims professionals. The adjusters are truly one of the keys to a successful workers’ compensation program, insured or self-insured. Read more….
Illinois’ implemenation of AMA 6th Edition Guide
June 6th, 2011 Illinois is the most recent state to begin the process of implementation of the AMA 6th Edition Guide for workers’ compensation impairment determination. Montana has been using the 6th edition for several years. Read Joe Paduda’s blog about Illinois…
Workers’ compensation costs and obesity
June 6th, 2011 Workers’ compensation claims costs for obese workers are estimated to cost 3 times as much as claims made by recommended-weight workers in the first year of the claim, claims open 36 months the medical component is more than 4 times more costly. Nearly 10% of all US medical costs attributed to obesity in 2006. (sources NCCI and Workers Compensation Outlook)