Payers are increasingly willing to pay for biopsychosocial approaches to claims because the data bears out the treatment’s positive ROI.

A new study shows evidence that California’s independent medical review process is helping injured workers get high-quality care and protecting them from unnecessary procedures.

ACOEM and UL present Integrated Health and Safety model, with new index to measure business impact.

Experts say aggressive and expensive treatment fueled by a sharp increase in spinal imaging is leading to more large-loss claims.

A proposed rule from the EEOC is intended to help clear up questions surrounding wellness programs and potential conflicts with the ADA.

There’s a fine line between disputing a claim and being accused of bad faith. The difference lies in asking the right questions.

Established provider ratings can be wildly inconsistent, leaving employers and payers to determine for themselves how to best define quality of care.

The governor’s plan includes proposals to cut medical costs, change the standard of causation and narrow the definition of “traveling workers” for comp eligibility.

Transportation costs are an often-overlooked piece of the comp claim cost puzzle.

Pharmacogentic testing has the potential to save money and even lives, but a great deal of skepticism remains.

Risks affecting the aging workforce are complex, and gender differences must be taken into account.

Amid debate about legislative solutions to control workers’ comp costs, let’s not forget that core strategies such as modified duty programs can reap significant savings.

Employers must ensure that their networks comply with policies governing physician dispensing and compounded drug prescriptions.

A significant number of large employers are benefiting from wellness programs, but too many small employers are missing out on the potential savings.

Recent accidents highlight risk management challenges of long hours and tough road conditions.

It’s only a matter of time before a form of accountable care organizations focused on value-based health care purchasing emerges in comp.

Sometimes hitting a hole-in-one isn’t so lucky.

Safeway rebuilt its safety culture on a foundation of positive reinforcement, leading to savings in excess of $100 million.

Expert opinion is mixed on whether a new class of painkillers will solve the problems plaguing pain management efforts.

An amended bill would impose reductions on medical fees for three years, giving the state an opportunity to consider the need for a fee schedule based on Medicare rates.