Understanding Self-Insurance
VIEWSelf-Insurance 101. What is self-insurance? This resource walks you through whos, whys and steps of self-insurance.
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: Pitfalls of Diagnosis and Treatment
VIEWComplex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a challenging condition that can develop from severe or minor injuries. Often misdiagnosed, it can lead to incorrect treatment and costly claims. In this webinar, Dr. Fernando Branco will discuss how to differentiate CRPS from similar conditions and outline steps to avoid misdiagnosis. He will address proper treatment approaches, including the potential role of Spinal Cord Stimulators, and provide guidance on ensuring optimal patient care for this complex disorder.
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Be Ready: Medical Marijuana is Here to Stay: Is it a Medical Issue or Legal Issue or Both?
VIEWMedical marijuana is now available in a large number of states, and it is just a question of time as to when it will be federally accepted. A physician and a lawyer will debate the history of this trend and how we got here. They will also discuss the validity of using medical marijuana as a treatment option in various types of workers compensation claims.
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Narcan: Should its Use Be Extended to Non-First Responders?
VIEWNarcan has been a staple for the treatment of opioid overdoses and historically, its use was exclusive to medical personnel and, in limited quantities, to first responders. As the epidemic evolved, there was a paradigm shift from prescription to non-prescription opioids. As a result, overdoses continue to be significant and Narcan utilization is now accessible to non-responders, such as family members, friends, institutions, etc. This session will cover the evolution of Narcan use and the pros and cons of access to Narcan for all.
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Reimagining Healthcare Safety: Addressing Employee Risks in a Changing Landscape
VIEWJoin our upcoming webinar, “Reimagining Healthcare Safety: Addressing Employee Risks in a Changing Landscape,” hosted by MEC’s Healthcare Account Executive, Darrell Toenjes. We'll dive into pressing issues facing healthcare organizations, including staffing shortages, patient handling, combative patients and slips/trips/falls.
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Managing a Spinal Cord Injury for a Successful Outcome
VIEWSpinal cord injuries can be physically debilitating and costly to treat—especially if not managed properly. Gain valuable insights into the latest strategies and techniques for effective treatment, rehabilitation, and support of spinal cord injuries by joining our upcoming webinar with Tracie Lemus, MEC's National Catastrophic Medical Consultant, on Tuesday, April 18th at 11 AM CST. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of this critical topic.
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Understanding Knee Injuries and Treatment Options
VIEWIn this webinar Dr. Branco will explain the anatomy of the knee and describe the most common knee injuries. He’ll also provide tips on how to diagnose each type of injury and offer his insights into the best initial and follow up treatments. Join us to learn all you “kneed” to know about the knee!
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Trends in Workers Compensation: Social Determinants of Health
VIEWDon't miss this December 14 webinar, where MEC’s Advanced Analytics team will discuss recent research and industry trends related to how social determinants of health impact workers compensation claims. We will discuss how MEC's XCEL Analytics® and Claims Consultation Services identify opportunities to improve claim outcomes.
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Spine Injuries and Disorders: Diagnosis and Evidence-Based Treatment
VIEWJoin us on September 14 for this webinar where MEC’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Fernando Branco, will discuss how applying evidence-based medicine can help manage expectations when treating spinal injuries. He will also address common types of spine injuries, provide insight on proper diagnosis and treatment, explore potential pitfalls, and consider the future of spine care.
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