In sports, the effort to get the injured worker back in the game as fast as possible is secondary to the cost of doing so. So why is workers’ comp still making cost control the primary driver?

As more health care networks acquire individual physician practices, the workers’ compensation industry must address the medical management costs and patient outcomes associated with this trend.

Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) play a crucial role beyond price negotiations, focusing on clinical management, network strategies, and service. Effective PBMs manage costs, enhance care, and ensure transparency and security, addressing unique workers’ comp needs.

I have to imagine that anyone attending workers’ compensation conventions is a “student of the game.” In my “other life” as a licensed insurance agent, that idea goes well beyond the mandatory continuing education obligations. It’s an understanding of those agents who are highly effective because they read everything about what is moving the insurance… View Article

Monica Manske of PMA Companies shares her expert insights on the critical role of data in managing workplace safety risks, the importance of a comprehensive onboarding process, and the unique challenges faced by new employees in the context of workplace safety.

This food solutions company embedded safety into its operations, leveraging data-driven insights to cut injury rates and enhance employee satisfaction.

This Texas school district addressed slip-and-fall incidents and vehicle collisions through tailored training, innovative tools, and teamwork, achieving measurable safety improvements.

This retailer emphasized safety education and leadership accountability, creating a robust culture of workplace safety and significantly reducing claims.

This association championed safety education and injury prevention, empowering its members to adopt best practices and reduce workplace incidents.

This Alaska-based management firm introduced tailored safety initiatives and proactive care measures, achieving a substantial reduction in injury severity and claims costs.

This logistics industry leader achieved substantial reductions in workers’ compensation costs through advanced analytics, targeted safety training, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

This healthcare organization enhanced injury reporting with a new electronic system, increasing reporting rates while reducing OSHA recordable injuries.

This grocery chain revamped its return-to-work and claims processes, saving millions in workers’ comp costs while improving employee rehabilitation and engagement.

This construction firm supported remote workers with on-site medical and mental health care, ensuring well-being and reducing health care costs.

This IT services provider reduced workplace injuries and comp costs with engaging safety videos, mentoring programs, and proactive safety training.

This Nevada city established a near-site wellness center and mental health initiatives, delivering enhanced care, reduced injury severity, and higher employee satisfaction.

This family-run construction company improved care and reduced costs with telemedicine and a robust return-to-work program, emphasizing employee engagement and trust.

This leading staffing agency cultivated a safety-first culture through targeted training, employee surveys, and safety observation programs, cutting incident rates and loss costs by over 50%.

This Midwest retailer embedded safety into its culture, achieving injury reductions with leadership accountability, data-driven insights, and team-focused solutions.

This organization introduced innovative risk management strategies, offering comprehensive support to counties across Kentucky, resulting in lower claims costs and improved safety outcomes.