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Managing the Labor Challenge: Technology Solutions

March 15, 2023

Workers' Comp White Paper

Navigating Workers’ Comp Pharmacy: Opioids Are Not the Only Challenge When It Comes to Navigating Workers’ Comp Pharmacy

January 18, 2023

Addressing the Complexities of Issues Facing Pharmacy Programs When we think about issues facing pharmacy programs, the first thing that often comes to mind is the opioid epidemic, and wh

Workers' Comp Article

Ask The Pharmacist: Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMP)

January 13, 2023

Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) are electronic databases designed to track and monitor controlled substance dispensing. These databases are run at the state level, and the main intent of such programs is to screen for suspected drug diversion (i.e., using drugs for illegal purposes such as selling prescribed medications for profit) and abuse.

Risk & Insurance Article

If Over-the-Counter Meds Are Prolonging Pain, What Does This Mean for Workers’ Comp?

January 10, 2023

Is it time to change our relationship to NSAIDs, like Advil? What are the alternatives?

Workers' Comp News Release

Changes to the ODG Drug Formulary Impact Opioid Class

December 7, 2022

Effective December 2, 2022, the Official Disability Guidelines (ODG) Drug Formulary updated the opioid drug class. The following drugs moved from Y to N status:

Business Insurance In the News

Sharp Drop in Opioid Prescriptions Raises Questions Over Other Drugs

December 1, 2022

Opioid prescribing in workers compensation nosedived to an all-time low last year, a new report finds, but experts say there are concerns with other drugs being used for pain management.

Workers' Comp Article

Ask The Pharmacist: Safe Drug Disposal Methods in Workers’ Compensation

October 20, 2022

Often prescribed for moderate-to-severe pain, opioids can be highly effective medications, they can also be associated with serious risks including the potential for abuse and addiction. Patients may not be aware of the dangers of keeping unused opioids in the home and the importance of safe disposal of these medications.