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Reforming Your Workers’ Comp Program: Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Taking Action

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Revamping a workers compensation (WC) program can transform how companies manage costs and care for injured employees. Below, we explore common errors and provide actionable steps to begin reforming a workerscomp program. Build a Strong Foundation Reforming WC begins with a solid framework.

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Avoid Litigation and Improve Workers’ Comp Claim Outcomes

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When a worker is injured, their experience in the workerscompensation system can have a profound impact on their recovery, return to work, and overall job satisfaction. A lack of clear communication often leads to confusion, frustration, and even litigation , increasing costs for both the employer and the injured worker.

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The Role of Evidence-Based Medicine in Transforming Workers’ Compensation

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In the intricate landscape of workerscompensation, the pursuit of optimal outcomes for injured workers is paramount. Employers, insurers, and healthcare providers face a delicate balance: ensuring injured workers receive appropriate care while effectively managing costs and promoting timely return-to-work.

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How Fear Impacts Workers’ Compensation Claims (and What to Do About It)

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By understanding the role fear plays in workers compensation claims, employers can implement strategies to foster trust, improve outcomes, and reduce costs. The Link Between Fear and Litigation Studies have consistently identified fear as a major driver of workers compensation litigation. Heres how: 1.

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Get Started Building Your NEW Workers’ Comp Program in 2025

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When embarking on the journey to master workers compensation, the road is well-traveled and marked by proven strategies. Our three components to achieve workers comp mastery are: Framework , Employer Controls , and External Controls. Phase 1: Framework Reducing workers compensation costs is not a goalits an outcome.

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Report Shows Opioid Use in California Workers’ Comp Continues to Go Down

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A California WorkersCompensation Institute analysis opioid prescription data between 2017 and 2023 from the California Department of Justice’s Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System builds on prior CWCI studies by tracking multiple opioid utilization metrics. The study examines …

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Eleven Considerations for Selecting Your Workers’ Comp Company Doctor

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Willingness to Handle Workers’ Compensation Cases Workers’ compensation cases come with unique requirements and responsibilities. Your preferred provider must not only accept workers’ compensation cases but also be well-versed in the reporting and communication needs involved.