As skill shortages, retirements, and talent pipeline challenges converge, the workers’ comp industry faces a workforce crisis — but targeted strategies can help attract and retain next-generation professionals.

While the recent rescheduling of marijuana mainly applies to medical products and not recreational use, it does introduce significant implications for clinical research, drug development, and downstream utilization in patient care.

Occupational lung diseases make up a small but significant portion of workers’ comp claims, and an uptick in wildfires across the U.S. has increased the frequency of these claims among firefighters.

Demand for DME is rising, as are costs. What’s driving this growth, and how can the workers’ compensation industry contain costs?

With the workforce growing older, degenerative conditions may have a growing impact on claims. Here are six common conditions that injured workers face.

Crawford & Company’s recent restructuring creates a unified U.S. business.

Explore the top five major findings from this year’s Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey

Utah’s prescription renewal pilot is a groundbreaking use case for AI in healthcare. What are the potential benefits and pitfalls?

While cases may be few, long COVID can significantly impact workers’ comp claims in several ways.

Industry experts discuss the evolution of claims management as organizations leverage AI to support adjusters, not replace them, while improving outcomes for all stakeholders.

The FDA has approved the first oral version of a GLP-1 for the treatment of obesity. What do you need to know about safety, efficacy, and cost?

Early MRI evaluation and clear communication about injury timing can help adjusters and providers make better care decisions and potentially reduce costs for WC systems.

In workers’ comp, comorbidities like hypertension require a focus on drug-drug and drug-disease interactions to ensure effective and safe treatment plans.

Misunderstanding artificial intelligence (AI) could put organizations and patients at risk. Here’s what executives need to know about responsible AI adoption in workers’ comp.

Timely access to the right medical care and efficient coordination across stakeholders significantly improves recovery outcomes, reduces delays, and supports faster RTW in WC cases.

Broadspire supported an injured worker’s recovery after a high‑voltage accident, exemplifying compassionate care, family support, and the Broadspire difference.

Out-of-network pharmacy use in workers’ compensation drives higher costs, safety risks, and regulatory gaps; educating and engaging injured workers through digital outreach is a critical lever to increase network utilization.

How do PBMs help to manage the overall utilization, cost, and quality of workers’ comp healthcare?

With an effective formulary strategy, PBMs can ensure injured worker patients receive the most appropriate care and create better outcomes.

A small percentage of claims are driving the majority of costs in workers’ comp. What are these “mega claims” and how can we mitigate them?