by larryr | May 1, 2010 | Monthly Tip
What happens when the Injured Worker has a Preexisting Condition? Case Managers are advocates for the ‘whole person’ – both their medical & psychosocial needs – AND they are ethically obligated to follow the laws and statues of employment legislation....
by larryr | Apr 1, 2010 | Monthly Tip
EXCEPTIONS to PREAUTHORIZATION guidelines THAT YOU MAY WANT to know about! Occupational Rehabilitation Facilities with current accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) are eligible for exemptions from preauthorization and...
by larryr | Mar 1, 2010 | Monthly Tip
Confusion between price and costs often prevents early case management intervention. Economic effects are complex Direct Costs Indirect Costs Insurance Replacing Employees Indemnity Decreased Productivity Medical Treatments Retraining/Decreased Morale Numerous...
by larryr | Jan 1, 2010 | Monthly Tip
DWC074: Description of Injured Employee Employment Purpose: Facilitate the exchange of information between the employers and injured employee’s treating doctor regarding the employee’s job functions, duties, and responsibilities to best determine when to safely...
