Many employers request lift tests or functional capacity evaluations (FCEs) as part of their pre-employment screening or to determine an employee’s fitness for duty. As an occupational health provider, it’s important to understand the appropriate protocols and considerations for these tests.
Is it appropriate to ask our physician assistants (when patient volume is lower) to help with employer outreach by making calls to existing customers to check in?
Dr. Lee’s pen hovered mid-note as her phone buzzed, shattering the focus of her patient consultation. It wasn’t the first time an unexpected call from a workers’ compensation attorney had disrupted her schedule, stealing precious minutes and leaving a trail of frustration. These interruptions weren’t just inconvenient; they ate away at her ability to deliver the best care to her patients.
Occupational health professionals often navigate the balance between thorough examinations and patient privacy. A common question arises: when is disrobing necessary during pre-employment physicals? While some federally mandated exams have strict requirements, the approach for general pre-placement exams differs.
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA-2021) was a massive US law providing funding for the government and addressing various policy issues. Here’s a basic summary:
In workplaces with hazardous airborne contaminants, respirators are crucial life-saving equipment. To guarantee employees’ well-being and compliance with OSHA regulations, respiratory exams play a vital role. This article dives into the essential elements of OSHA respiratory exams for occupational health professionals.
In our modern society, it is disheartening to witness the lack of progress in caring for individuals with physical, mental, or emotional limitations. These individuals, often labeled as disabled, find themselves trapped in a cycle of desperation and poverty.
When it comes to achieving a healthier workforce, small urgent care and occupational medicine (OccMed) providers can make a big difference. By offering specialized OccMed programs, businesses can provide their employees with access to important health services like fitness and nutrition guidance. These resources not only improve overall well-being but also have lasting effects outside of the workplace.
UBERDOC is a digital healthcare company that allows patients to schedule appointments with physicians for an out-of-pocket, guaranteed price. We have thousands of physicians who participate nationwide, in over 50 specialties. We partner with employers and government organizations who need quicker access to medical appointments.
Missing revenue opportunities (that no other coding solution can find): The platform uses AI to recognize such encounters and flags them off for review. On average, we have been able to deliver about 18% in increased revenue for practices that work with us.