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SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

When it comes to calculating workers’ compensation premiums, two critical factors play a significant role: the frequency and severity of claims. Frequency: The Stronger Driver of Premiums In the world of workers’ compensation, frequency refers to how often claims are filed.

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JULY 15, 2024

One of the most critical aspects of managing workers’ compensation claims is ensuring that injured employees receive prompt medical treatment. Unfortunately, a common procedural mistake can leave employees in a painful and detrimental limbo: the delay of care due to technicalities in insurance coverage.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Moreover, a consistent approach allows the employer to control the narrative from the outset, preventing external parties—such as doctors, lawyers, or claims adjusters—from driving the process. Proper documentation not only aids in managing the workers’ compensation claim but also helps protect the employer against potential legal challenges.

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Rassp, Presiding Judge, WCAB Los Angeles, California Division of Workers’ Compensation Disclaimer: The material and any opinions contained in this article are solely those of the authors and are not the opinions of the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers’ Compensation, or the WCAB, or any other entity or individual.

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 22, 2024

By Julius Young, Richard Jacobsmeyer, Barry Bloom, Editors-in-Chief for Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Handbook [Note: This article is excerpted from the upcoming 2025 edition of Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Handbook. The AI revolution is starting to come to workers’ compensation.

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JULY 1, 2024

Issues concerning permanent total disability (PTD) benefits are a significant cost driver in workers’ compensation claims. When facing these claims, members of the claim management team and other interested stakeholders need to identify the issues early on, evaluate and develop defenses, and avoid costly mistakes.

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OCTOBER 1, 2024

When managing workers’ compensation, a claim audit or review is a crucial opportunity for employers, carriers, TPAs (Third-Party Administrators), and brokers to come together and optimize claim-handling practices. Here’s how to effectively plan and prepare for a successful claim audit or review.

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JULY 29, 2024

Claims Management Oversee the workers’ compensation claims process, ensuring timely filing and follow-up. Work with insurance adjusters and third-party administrators to manage and resolve claims efficiently. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

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OCTOBER 7, 2024

Claims audits and reviews are one of the most commonly used tactics by companies to control workers’ compensation costs. In fact, according to the RIMS 2009 Annual Benchmark Survey, 90% of companies had conducted a claim audit or review of at least some of their claims within the previous six months.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Efficient Communication of Medical Records Communication is critical, especially when it comes to sharing medical records with insurance claims adjusters or your company. By streamlining this process, the provider helps ensure smooth claims management, reducing delays in treatment authorization or return-to-work decisions.

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AUGUST 12, 2024

In workers’ compensation, communication with injured workers is a critical aspect that can significantly influence the outcome of a claim. Proper communication helps facilitate a smooth return-to-work process and plays a crucial role in maintaining the injured worker’s morale and engagement with the organization.

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OCTOBER 28, 2024

Every session seemed to touch on AI in some form, particularly in how it’s being used in workers’ comp and claims analysis. However, the principles of workers’ compensation will never change. Workers’ Comp Roundup Blog: [link] Injury Management Results (IMR) Software: [link] ©2024 Amaxx LLC.

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JULY 9, 2024

Defending Permanent and Total Disability (PTD) cases presents many challenges for the claim management team and other interested stakeholders. These matters must be considered when seeking to maximize the efficiency of any workers’ compensation program and reduce costs. There are many defenses to these claims to consider.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Portraits of Purpose” engagement activity at Paradigm’s booth, invited participants to share the driving force behind their work in the workers’ compensation industry. He is co-author of the #1 selling comprehensive training guide “Your Ultimate Guide to Mastering Workers’ Comp Costs: Reduce Costs 20% to 50%.”

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Supervisors and case managers should stay in contact with the injured worker to provide support and address any issues as they arise. Mistake 3: Treating Workers’ Compensation Like Extended Leave Another common mistake is treating workers’ compensation benefits like extended leave or paid time off.

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JULY 8, 2024

Even if it is not an explicit requirement, it should be a starting point for interested stakeholders seeking to defend PTD claims. When looking at job search issues, there are several factors to consider when handling the claim and crafting your defenses. Taxable earnings. Writing the best possible cover letter is also crucial.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Medical cost containment is an essential aspect of managing workers’ compensation claims effectively. Employers and insurance companies face the challenge of controlling medical costs while ensuring that injured employees receive the care they need. A timely review could have prevented an unnecessary claim.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2024

By making small tweaks—patching the holes in your RTW bucket or adjusting the brakes on your bike—you can significantly improve outcomes and see greater success in your workers’ comp management program. Stack is the creator of Injury Management Results (IMR) software and founder of Amaxx Workers’ Comp Training Center.

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AUGUST 27, 2024

Building on Success: Enhancing Existing Practices Once a comprehensive injury management program is in place, it’s important to build on existing internal processes to closely manage workers’ compensation and improve overall safety outcomes. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

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Triple-I: Workers Compensation

APRIL 4, 2022

If such a captive insures only the risks of its parent or subsidiaries, it is called a “pure” captive. The global insurance broker and risk advisor’s survey of more than 1,300 captives also shows that gross written premiums in this area grew from $54 billion in 2019 to nearly $61 billion in 2020.

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JULY 30, 2024

Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

Oh, by the way, if you file that claim, you know that promotion you were thinking about? Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

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JULY 23, 2024

Effective Return-to-Work programs can significantly reduce the costs associated with workers’ compensation claims. Studies have shown that a small percentage of workers’ compensation claims account for a large portion of the costs. times the direct costs. However, this probability dropped to 55.4%

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