Ask The Pharmacist: The Role of a Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee
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A Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committee plays a crucial role in the realm of health care, particularly in the context of a workers’ compensation pharmacy benefit manager (PBM). This committee is comprised of health care professionals, such as physicians and pharmacists, who are responsible for evaluating and making decisions about the formulary—a continually updated list of medications covered by a prescription drug plan.
Closing Loopholes: Tackling Drug Price Inflation in Work Comp
Specialty Solutions Spotlight: Electrical Stimulation Devices in Workers’ Comp Recovery
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Electrical stimulation devices (ESDs) are often used as an alternative to traditional pain medication and can be an effective option for managing pain and promoting healing without the negative side effects associated with narcotic and non-narcotic pain medication.
Navigating Critical Incidents: Genex's Catastrophic Injury Management and Crisis Response Programs
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Traumatic events in the workplace require a swift, thorough response.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare Set-Aside
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In this article, we'll explore some of the most pressing and frequent inquiries surrounding Medicare Set-Asides.
Ask The Pharmacist: Risk Assessment for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
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On December 19, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first test (AvertD) that uses DNA in assessing whether certain individuals may have an elevated risk of developing opioid use disorder (OUD).
Not All Electronic Provider Payment Solutions Are the Same
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A large national workers' comp carrier with provider reconciliation difficulties and administrative burdens needed a cost-saving alternative to expensive paper-based payment processes. The carrier wanted to streamline their payment experience and reduce manual processing and workload in their billing and accounts receivable department.