Introduction Employee health programs in modern workplaces are evolving beyond traditional models to incorporate the Total Worker Health® (TWH) model as defined by NIOSH. This comprehensive approach aligns occupational safety with health promotion, viewing employee well-being holistically. Utilizing corporate health profile analytics from claims data forms the basis for identifying
Professionals in occupational medicine encounter distinct hurdles in the dynamic B2B sales environment. Whether you’re a seasoned sales representative or just starting in the industry, leveraging LinkedIn’s platform can be a game-changer for your sales strategy. During our recent “OccMed Sales & Marketing Office Hours” with Ira Pasternack and David
Occupational medical providers must clearly understand OSHA’s recordable criteria, particularly when it comes to incidents of loss of consciousness. Not only does this knowledge ensure compliance and accurate recordkeeping, but it also significantly impacts workplace safety metrics and financial implications for employers. What Causes Loss of Consciousness at Work? Loss
Introduction In occupational health, ensuring the protection of employees against infectious diseases such as Hepatitis B is both critical and challenging. With advancements in vaccine technology, healthcare providers now have the option to choose between different vaccination regimens. The decision between the traditional 3-dose recombinant Hepatitis B vaccine and the
When a worker is injured on the job, the official logging of the incident as an OSHA recordable case is not the only concern. Medical providers play a critical role in charting the best path for recovery, ideally including returning to work as safely and swiftly as possible. Here, we
In the ongoing series of OSHA recordables, today’s focus is on a tragic yet critical topic: deaths in the workplace. Understanding the OSHA reporting responsibilities, timing, and corrective actions is crucial for employers to ensure compliance and promote a safe working environment. OSHA Recordable Criteria What makes an injury OSHA
As occupational health professionals, mastering the intricacies of OSHA recordable criteria ensures compliance and fosters a safe workplace. One of the core components of these criteria is “Days Away from Work” (DAFW), which plays a significant role in evaluating workplace safety and impacting financial and operational outcomes for employers. This
If you’re a medical provider working with workers’ compensation cases, knowing the ins and outs of OSHA recordable criteria can be a major game-changer for you and your employer clients. It’s all about going the extra mile to keep them in compliance while also helping them save money and improve
Do you have any thoughts on work comp office notes being released to the patient via electronic chart systems (i.e. MyChart)? Our health system moved our Occ Med practice to Epic unfortunately, and recently changed the settings so patients are receiving Work Comp visit notes. Historically, these notes have not
Managing workers’ compensation costs and ensuring employee well-being can be a complex task. Employers can significantly enhance their workers’ comp programs by leveraging data-driven strategies. This article explores how analyzing key metrics can pinpoint intervention opportunities and drive successful outcomes. Five Critical Metrics for Workers’ Comp Success 1. Cost per
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