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Jeni VerMeulen explains that partnerships based on trust and transparency deliver long-term value.
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GLP-1 weight loss can create changes to durable medical equipment (DME) needs, such as the fit of prosthetics, braces, and wheelchairs.
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As PTSD presumption laws expand, workers’ comp payers face challenges. The key to better outcomes is collaboration.
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Workplace microstressors will continue to influence behavioral health and injury patterns, as well as claims.
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Clinical update
In workers’ comp and auto no-fault claims, topical diclofenac may be considered when localized MSK pain is part of the accepted condition.
Article
GLP-1 weight loss can create changes to durable medical equipment (DME) needs, such as the fit of prosthetics, braces, and wheelchairs.
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As PTSD presumption laws expand, workers’ comp payers face challenges. The key to better outcomes is collaboration.
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Safe disposal of medications prevents misuse, protects children and pets, and helps the environment.
Corporate partnership
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Jeni VerMeulen explains that partnerships based on trust and transparency deliver long-term value.
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Chief Business Officer Dionne Lacey-Artis explains strategies for preparing for and closing future knowledge gaps.
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Major shifts are coming for insurers from demographic, AI and mobility risks. Here are ways to stay prepared.
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Sameer Diddee, CTO, explains how responsible AI is optimizing internal processes and client solutions.
Cost containment
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Optum Clinical & Coding Logic supplements bill review to uncover additional opportunities for savings.
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When it comes to selecting a PBM, it’s important to fully understand the main PBM pricing models.
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By asking the right questions, payers can find the right fit and the most savings for their organization.
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Auto insurers face increasingly severe claims, but with a sound strategy, carriers can stay profitable.
Policy/regulatory guidance
Policy-regulatory update
Recent state policy updates for AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, KY, MI, MS, MO and VT
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Pharmacy and reimbursement rules, standardizing billing, expanding coverage, and increasing oversight of PBMs.
Policy-regulatory update
Recent federal and state activity reflects continued evolution in workers’ compensation policy.
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Recent state policy updates including AK, AL, FL, LA, MS, NY, OK, PA, SC, TN and TX.
Program features
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Optum simplifies the DME processing experience to get injured workers what they need fast, accelerating recovery and return to work.
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New medications are approved every year. Combining clinical insight, claims data, and strategic guidance, Optum helps payers manage their utilization.
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Our customer service professionals embody our commitment to personalized, compassionate service.
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Our Surgery Plan feature lightens the workload for adjusters with claimants preparing for surgery.
Program management
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Dr. Robert Hall shares insights on the aging workforce and best practices for helping older injured workers recover.
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The rapid data center growth fueling AI and cloud computing is creating risks and workers’ comp pharmacy challenges.
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Workplace microstressors will continue to influence behavioral health and injury patterns, as well as claims.
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Our comprehensive anti-FWA strategy protects injured persons and workers’ compensation and auto no-fault systems.
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Reflections on leadership shaped by integrity
When hard choices can affect the recovery of injured people, integrity in leadership is even more crucial.
Managing the rising tide of PTSD presumption claims
As PTSD presumption laws expand, workers’ comp payers face challenges. The key to better outcomes is collaboration.
Much more than pharmacy benefits
With our whole-person approach to injured person care, we can lower costs and support interconnected needs.
Surgical bundle drives dramatic improvements in worker recovery
The innovative Optum–MinWorx surgical program dramatically reduces total claim costs and claim duration.
Benefits of partnering with a pharmacy benefit manager
A good PBM partner will help to reduce pharmaceutical costs while also improving therapeutic outcomes.
Caring for an older workforce
Dr. Robert Hall shares insights on the aging workforce and best practices for helping older injured workers recover.
CEO Matt Wolfe sees bright opportunities in technology and talent
Matt Wolfe, CEO, explains why he believes the groundwork has been laid for exciting progress ahead.
How Optum helps payers stay on top of PTSD legislation
Workers’ comp PTSD laws vary among states. The Optum PPRA team helps clients stay informed and compliant.
Preparing for the future by bringing in new talent
Chief Business Officer Dionne Lacey-Artis explains strategies for preparing for and closing future knowledge gaps.
Why varied expertise is key to successful PBM clinical programs
A PBM team with an array of clinical expertise provides injured persons the varied care they need.
Why client experience is essential in workers’ comp
A commitment to improving the client experience helps service providers stand out from the crowd.
Factors to consider when evaluating PBM pricing models
When it comes to selecting a PBM, it’s important to fully understand the main PBM pricing models.
How PBM cost savings help auto insurers attract policyholders
Auto insurers face increasingly severe claims, but with a sound strategy, carriers can stay profitable.
5 med management trends to watch in workers' comp
Our annual review of drug utilization revealed trends that will shape workers’ comp care in 2025 and beyond.
Using AI predictions to drive improved recovery scenarios
AI-driven risk identification helps our clinicians drive a better therapeutic outcome.
AI models and human expertise combine to predict claim risk
AI-powered tools are valuable in flagging potential claim risk, but human claim oversight is critical.
Questions to ask when comparing PBM pricing models
By asking the right questions, payers can find the right fit and the most savings for their organization.
Less pain, more recovery: Reframing the DME experience
Optum simplifies the DME processing experience to get injured workers what they need fast, accelerating recovery and return to work.
PBMs help auto insurers mitigate challenges
Through advanced clinical management, our auto no-fault PBM can deliver more savings and better outcomes.
A leader explains his lifetime mission to improve and simplify
As the new CEO, Matt Wolfe continues a mission of transformational improvement in service delivery.
Using the Topicals Toolbox to address topicals prescribing
A handy, interactive toolbox with policy and clinical resources for managing topical utilization.
Optum CEO Matt Wolfe on technology, talent and mission
Optum President and CEO Matt Wolfe reveals how AI, modernized platforms and mission-driven reform are reshaping the workers’ comp and auto no-fault landscape.
Effects of GLP-1 medications: Changes to DME needs
GLP-1 weight loss can create changes to durable medical equipment (DME) needs, such as the fit of prosthetics, braces, and wheelchairs.
Data center growth: What does it mean for workers’ comp pharmacy management?
The rapid data center growth fueling AI and cloud computing is creating risks and workers’ comp pharmacy challenges.
How many meds are too many meds?
The “right” number of medications depends on an injured individual’s unique medical profile.
Why injured-person centered care is essential
The care needed may extend well past the injury; that’s why Optum uses a holistic, personalized approach.
Workplace microstressors: A growing consideration in workers’ comp
Workplace microstressors will continue to influence behavioral health and injury patterns, as well as claims.
The auto payers' checklist to manage claims
Organizations that provide pharmacy and ancillary benefits need to understand the intricacies of auto claims.
Reinvent the wheel? No, we’re looking for ways to improve it
AI-driven technologies, streamlined processes, and enhanced security measures drive optimal program value.
Optum and ProCare collaborate to deliver a better client experience
The Optum and ProCare CEOs explain how their collaboration will benefit the client experience.
Best practices for the medical management of high-risk claims
Advice from Optum Medical Director, Robert Hall, MD, on the best methods for managing complex patient needs.
What is the health story and why is it so important?
Exploring an injured worker’s health story builds trust — and helps pharmacists offer better care.
What are the must-have qualities for your PBM partner?
When selecting a business partner, it’s important to prioritize the qualities and values you know are critical.
Formulary management as a strategic safeguard
Formulary management works with the authorization process to support worker safety and reduce complexity.
Distinguishing a partner from a vendor
Jeni VerMeulen explains that partnerships based on trust and transparency deliver long-term value.
Caring for workers affected by climate change
Climate change poses significant health risks for workers; our programs work together to address their needs.
Partnering with an established and stable enterprise
A vendor partner with a stable and respected market presence protects your organization and credibility.
PTSD coverage expands with increased focus on mental health
State legislative efforts to address and expand PTSD coverage in workers’ compensation.
Dispelling rumors about PPOs and other medical networks
Definitions and clear information about the purpose and benefits of PPOs and medical networks.
Early awareness of potential risk through the Optum Risk Score
The Optum proprietary Risk Score alerts insurers to high-risk claims before spend and severity increase.
Tightening the net on fraud, waste, and abuse
Our comprehensive anti-FWA strategy protects injured persons and workers’ compensation and auto no-fault systems.
How Optum helps payers navigate new drug impact
New medications are approved every year. Combining clinical insight, claims data, and strategic guidance, Optum helps payers manage their utilization.
Surgery Plan feature saves precious time for adjusters
Our Surgery Plan feature lightens the workload for adjusters with claimants preparing for surgery.
The future of workers’ comp and auto: A 10-year outlook
Major shifts are coming for insurers from demographic, AI and mobility risks. Here are ways to stay prepared.
Understanding traditional and transparent pricing models
Differences between traditional and transparent pricing, and what might work best for your organization.
Living out our commitment to compassionate service
Our customer service professionals embody our commitment to personalized, compassionate service.
Partnership and strategies to improve your bill review savings
Optum Clinical & Coding Logic supplements bill review to uncover additional opportunities for savings.
Leading and collaborating to build better programs
Our leaders collaborate on path-breaking solutions that deliver better care and client-focused service.
Driving quality and innovation with accountable intelligence
Sameer Diddee, CTO, explains how responsible AI is optimizing internal processes and client solutions.
Supporting behavioral health in injury recovery
For injured persons, support for behavioral health can ease burdens and light the path forward.
Top 10 factors in the successful management of high-risk claims
By managing needed care efficiently, insurers can improve quality of life and recoveries for injured persons.
Designing for clients, with clients: A win for portal users
Engaging clients in our portal redesign significantly improved user satisfaction and is shaping future innovation.
Obesity in the workforce and GLP-1 medications
Our clinical and policy experts can help you navigate the evolving landscape of GLP-1 medications.
A CEO discusses turning challenges into opportunities
By tuning in to market changes and thinking strategically, challenges can become opportunities.
Embracing strategies for improved nutrition
While injuries can create barriers to good nutrition, science-based nutritional strategies can aid recovery.
A career defined by a commitment to clients
Stacey McKee, SVP of Client Experience, explains her commitment to ensuring a positive client experience.
Benefits of proactive adjuster involvement in auto claims
While regulations may discourage engagement in the adjudication process, active involvement delivers benefits.
FDA approves Foundayo™, a once-daily oral GLP-1 option for chronic weight management
Foundayo is indicated for chronic weight management in adults with obesity, or overweight adults who have at least one weight-related comorbidity.
Diclofenac 1% versus 3% gel: Why indication matters in claims review
Hikma launches brand alternative to opioid pain reliever Nucynta®
On February 25, 2026, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. (Hikma) announced the launch of tapentadol immediate release (IR) tablets, a brand alternative to Collegium’s opioid pain reliever Nucynta®.
A closer look at the effects of comorbidities
Five ways that comorbid conditions can increase complications, lengthen recoveries, and lead to higher costs.
One lot of tizanidine 4 mg tablets voluntarily recalled
In January 2024, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. issued a voluntary recall of tizanidine 4 mg tablets.
FDA warning regarding topical pain relief preparations
In March 2024, the FDA issued a warning for consumers to avoid certain OTC analgesic products.
Recall of Duloxetine capsules
In May 2024, the FDA reported that Breckenridge Pharmaceutical, Inc. recalled duloxetine delayed-release capsules.
New pain medication Journavx approved by FDA
In January 2025, the FDA approved Journavx™ (suzetrigine) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe acute pain in adults.
New migraine medication Symbravo approved by FDA
In January 2025, Axsome Therapeutics announced FDA approval of Symbravo for treatment of acute migraine.
FDA requires opioid analgesic labeling changes
In July 2025, the FDA issued a safety alert regarding risks associated with long-term use of opioid analgesics.
Gastrointestinal medication Zelnorm withdrawn from the market
Effective June 30, 2022, Zelnorm® 6 mg tablet will no longer be produced and marketed in the U.S.
More naloxone options for opioid analgesic overdose
In October 2021, the FDA approved a higher-dose naloxone HCl injection, ZIMHI™, for opioid analgesic overdose.
New insomnia treatment Quviviq approved by FDA
In January 2022, the U.S. FDA approved Quviviq™ 25 mg and 50 mg tablets for the treatment of insomnia.
DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is October 29, 2022
Make a plan to drop off unneeded medications on DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
FDA issues warning for certain Buprenorphine medications
In January 2022, the FDA warned of potential dental risk from orally dissolving buprenorphine.
New migraine medication Zavzpret approved by FDA
In March 2023, the FDA approved Zavzpret™ nasal spray for the acute treatment of migraine in adults.
New nasal spray medication Opvee approved by FDA
Opvee® 2.7 mg nalmefene nasal spray is now available for emergency treatment of opioid overdoses.
Optum Brand-Generic Pipeline Q2 2023
New medications, first-time generics, and brand alternatives approved by the FDA for injury treatment.
Teva initiates voluntary nationwide recall of fentanyl buccal tablets
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA has voluntarily recalled various strengths of fentanyl buccal tablets.
Brand name Duexis and generic alternatives no longer manufactured
The FDA announced that Duexis® and generic famotidine will no longer be manufactured.
Optum Brand-Generic Pipeline Q1 2023
New medications, first-time generics, and brand alternatives approved by the FDA for injury treatment.
FDA announces safety concern with two antiseizure medications
In November 2023, the FDA warned that levetiracetam and clobazam can cause a rare but serious adverse reaction.
American Geriatrics Society updates AGS Beers Criteria
The AGS Beers Criteria® for potentially inappropriate medication use in older adults has been updated.
Narcan OTC naloxone nasal spray approved by FDA
In July 2023, the FDA approved Narcan® 4 mg Nasal Spray for OTC non-prescription use.
Updates to ODG Drug Formulary Appendix A
In April 2023, the ODG Drug Formulary status changed for certain topical analgesic and NSAID medications.
Optum will modify three opioid analgesic conversion factors
In January 2024, Optum clinical programs will adopt revised morphine equivalent dose (MED) conversion factors.
Akorn initiates voluntary nationwide recall of certain drug products
Akorn Operating Company LLC has voluntarily recalled several drug products due to quality concerns.
RiVive (naloxone) nasal spray approved by FDA
In July 2023, the FDA approved Harm Reduction Therapeutics RiVive™ nasal spray 3 mg for OTC use.
New Brixadi buprenorphine treatment approved by FDA
In May 2023, the FDA approved Brixadi™ ER injection for the treatment of moderate to severe opioid use disorder.
Optum Brand-Generic Pipeline Q3 2023
New medications, first-time generics, and brand alternatives approved by the FDA for injury treatment.
Policy Matters Brief – July 2026
Recent state policy updates for AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, KY, MI, MS, MO and VT
Policy Matters Brief – February 27, 2026
Recent state policy updates including limiting AI in claims decisions.
Policy Matters Alert – February 4, 2026
The California DWC has published and approved changes to its UR rules.
Policy Matters Brief – June 2026
Pharmacy and reimbursement rules, standardizing billing, expanding coverage, and increasing oversight of PBMs.
Policy Matters Brief – April 10, 2026
Recent state policy updates including AK, AL, FL, LA, MS, NY, OK, PA, SC, TN and TX.
Policy Matters Brief – May 2026
Recent federal and state activity reflects continued evolution in workers’ compensation policy.
Policy Matters Brief – January 14, 2026
Recent state policy updates in AZ, CT, CA, ME, MA, NY, OR, TN, and TX
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - June 12
Recent state policy updates in CA, FL, KY, MT, NY, NJ, OK, and WA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - February 28
Policy updates in CA, HI, KY, NM, NY, and WI; new workers’ comp firefighter coverage and presumption bills.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - August 22
Policy updates in CA, DE, FL, ID, and TX; readoption of the NCOIL Model Workers’ Comp Drug Formulary Act.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - May 1
Recent state policy updates in AL, CA, KY, LA, PA, TX, and WI.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - October 30
Recent state policy updates in CA, FL, MA, MN, and NM.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - April 10
Recent state policy updates in AL, GA, KS, LA, MD, MN, OH, OK, SC, TX, VA, WV, and WY, as well as more information about PTSD legislation.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - July 31
Recent state policy updates in AK, CO, FL, KY, ID, MI, MN, OH, PA, and TX.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - February 7
Recent state policy updates in AZ, CA, CO, IN, NJ, OH, OK, TN, VA, and WI.
Policy Matters Alert - 2024 - March 4
California integrates workers’ comp into the state’s Medicaid pharmacy reimbursement structure.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - December 11
Recent state policy updates in CO, NM, NV, NY, OH, TX, VT, and WA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - July 10
Recent state policy updates in CA, FL, ID, MI, MT, NY, and RI, as well as notice of the annual SAWCA convention.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - May 22
Policy updates in AK, CO, ID, MT, OK, and VA; NCOIL updates to model law on drug pricing transparency.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - November 20
Recent state policy updates in AK, CA, NY, and WA.
Policy Matters Alert - 2024 - May 16
An AP report that the DEA has agreed to move forward with a process to reclassify marijuana under federal law.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - January 17
New fee schedules in AK, IL, MA, ME, NE, OH, OR, PA, RI, UT, WA; policy activity in CA, NY, NM, PA, TN, and VA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - October 14
Recent state policy updates in CA, CO, MN, NM, and PA.
Policy Matters Alert - 2024 - June 27
New York lawmakers pass legislation impacting the ability of employers and insurers to direct workers’ comp pharmacy care.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - September 12
Recent state policy updates in CA, NM, NY, OH, PA, and TX.
Policy Matters Alert - 2024 - June 20
California moves forward with modifications to its proposed workers’ comp pharmacy fee schedule.
Policy Matters Brief - 2024 - March 20
Policy updates in AL, CA, FL, KY, MD, MI, MT, OK, OR, and TX; updates on pending PTSD coverage bills.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - January 16
Recent state policy updates in AL, CA, ME, NC, NY, OH, TX, and WA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - March 20
Recent state policy updates in AK, CO, ID, NJ, NY, OR, and VA.
Policy Matters Brief – September 23, 2025
Recent state policy updates in AK, CA, CO, FL, MI, NV, NH, NJ, OR, and RI.
Policy Matters Brief – December 19, 2025
Recent state policy updates in AZ, CA, CO, IL, OR, PA, and WA
Policy Matters Alert - 2025 - June 13
On July 1, 2025, California DWC will roll-out a new pharmacy fee schedule for Medi-Cal pharmacy rates.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - May 8
Recent state policy updates in AL, CA, IN, MT, NM, NY, OH, TN, and WV.
Policy Matters Brief – November 18, 2025
Recent state policy updates in CA, CO, NV, NM, and NY
Policy Matters Alert - 2025 - July 1
New York WCB adopts changes to pharmacy direction of care regulations to take effect July 11, 2025.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - April 15
Recent state policy updates in AK, CO, ID, KY, MD, NM, OH, SD, and UT.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - May 21
New York WCB offers education on CMS-1500 project prior to 8/1/25 ebilling mandate.
Policy Matters Alert - 2025 - April 4
A ruling from the Pennsylvania Supreme Court changes how OTC medications are prescribed and provided to injured workers.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - May 28
California Legislative committee passes presumption and Qualified Medical Evaluator bills.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - February 27
Recent state policy updates in AL, AZ, CA, MI, OR, and VA.
Policy Matters Alert - 2025 - February 24
California DWC adopts final rules for its workers’ comp fee schedule and proposes policy changes to UR rules.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - February 6
Recent state policy updates in CA, CO, FL, IL, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, and VA.
Policy Matters Alert - 2025 - February 4
New York WCB announces providers must contract with an electronic trading partner to submit CMS-1500 forms.
Policy Matters Brief –October 22, 2025
Recent state policy updates in AK, AZ, CA, MA, ME, NM, NY, OR, and PA.
Policy Matters Alert - 2025 - July 8
New York WCB issues updates to pharmacy direction of care rules for certain medically necessary circumstances.
Policy Matters Brief - 2025 - July 9
Recent state policy updates in CA, MN, NV, OR, RI, WA, and WI.
Policy Matters Brief – August 25, 2025
Recent state policy updates in AK, CA, ME, MA, NJ, OH, OR, and TX.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - July 27
Recent state policy updates in CO, CT, FL, IA, KY, LA, MT, NJ, NY, and TN.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - March 30
Recent state policy updates in GA, KS, KY, LA, and MI.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - December 7
Recent state policy updates in KY as well as proposed updates to HIPAA pharmacy billing standards.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - October 5
Recent state policy updates in CA, CO, MI, and NY.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - May 11
Recent state policy updates in KY, IL, NY, TN, VA, and WI.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - June 22
Recent state policy updates in CA, MN, NY, OK, and TX, as well as notice of the SAWCA annual convention.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - August 17
Recent state policy updates in AK, CA, CO, NY, and OR.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - March 9
Recent state policy updates in NY, MN, OR, and UT.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - February 16
Recent state policy updates in CA, CO, KY, MI, MS, NJ, and OK.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - February 3
Implementation schedule for NY WCB OnBoard Drug Formulary and DMEPOS fee schedule.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - November 16
Recent state policy updates in CA, MS, TN, NJ, and VA, as well as notice of the SAWCA All Committee Conference.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - October 26
Recent state policy updates in CA, FL, MI, and NY.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - January 19
Recent state policy updates in CA, NC, and VA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - April 20
Recent state policy updates in CT, IN, NJ, NY, UT, and WA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2022 - September 7
Recent state policy updates in CA, TX, KY, OH, as well as notice of the IAIABC Convention.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - December 6
Recent state policy updates in AK, CA, MD, and OR.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - October 4
Recent state policy updates in AZ, CA, CO, NY, TN, and VA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - August 16
Policy updates in CA, MI, OH, OK, and WA; first annual VA workers’ comp medical fee schedule symposium.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - June 15
Recent state policy updates in AZ, CA, CO, FL, OR, MI, TN, and VA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - October 25
Policy updates in CA, FL, MA, MI, OR, and TN; notice of the SAWCA 2023 All-Committee Conference.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - July 26
Recent state policy updates in NJ, NY, and TN, as well as notice of the SAWCA Annual Convention.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - March 1
Recent state policy updates in CA, CO, CT, NJ, NY, and ND.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - February 8
Recent state policy updates in FL, IL, KY, LA, OH, OR, SC, and WV.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - April 14
Policy updates in FL, KY, OR, SC, UT, and VA; notice of the AAPAN Innovations Retreat and IAIABC Forum.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - May 4
Recent state policy updates in MI, MT, WA, as well as WCRI updates to workers’ comp pharmacy regulations.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 – September 13
Recent state policy updates in CA, ME, MI, MS, and WA, as well as notice of the IAIBC Convention.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - March 22
Policy updates in AL, CA, MN, MT, and NY; Physician choice legislation introduced in MT and IA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - July 5
Policy updates in AZ, CO, CT, MN, MT, NJ, and NY, as well as notice of the SAWCA Annual Convention.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - November 15
Recent state policy updates in MA, ME, MI, NJ, NM, NY, OH, VA, and WA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - May 24
Recent state policy updates in CT, IL, MI, MT, TN, and WA.
Policy Matters Brief - 2023 - January 19
Policy updates in CA, FL, IN, MN, NM, NY; Federal Firefighters Fairness Act; health care attachment standards.
Podcasts
Optum policy experts provide updates on policy changes in CA and CO, PTSD presumptions, and NY eBilling.
The Good We Do: Ensuring timely access to HIV PIP medications
A case study in how clinical collaboration aligned policy with urgent clinical needs to help injured workers access life-saving HIV PEP medications without delay.
After the medicine cabinet
Safe disposal of medications prevents misuse, protects children and pets, and helps the environment.