Our team members are heading to the 2026 OSIA Annual Conference on June 17-19 in Columbus, OH. We look forward to connecting at the conference and sharing how MEC delivers customized excess workers’ compensation solutions designed around each self-insured program’s unique needs. Let’s talk about what’s possible when claims expertise and data-driven insight work together.
The MEC team is gearing up for PRIMA26, taking place from June 7-10 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. We will be available throughout the conference to discuss how MEC’s policies streamline underwriting, reduce administrative time, and enhance operational efficiency, providing cost-efficient solutions tailored specifically for public entity clients.
Midwest Employers Casualty (MEC), a leading provider of excess workers’ compensation and captive solutions, is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of innovation, strong industry relationships, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for employers and injured workers nationwide.
Ben and Matt explore how MEC is harnessing cutting-edge AI technologies to tackle the insurance industry's messy data challenges. You’ll discover how our advanced analytics are revealing hidden patterns in complex claims, enabling more intelligent decision-making and proactive risk management. They also showcase powerful new enhancements to MEC’s AI-driven XCEL Analytics® system, demonstrating how it helps identify emerging large-loss events and uncover significant cost-saving opportunities.
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Led by Medicare-certified in-house Medical Management Consultants, MEC MSA Solutions’ two-pronged approach to optimizing MSAs...
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can be one of the most devastating workplace injuries. These injuries negatively impact the individual, family dynamics, and employers. Early intervention and rehabilitation are key to better outcomes. MEC’s National Catastrophic Medical Management Consultant, Tracy Lemus, RN, CCM, MSCC, as she shares clinical insights about TBI. Key topics covered in the webinar include common causes, classifications and treatments, the importance of choosing the right rehabilitation facility, and how the high cost of specialized programs can lead to long-term savings.
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Self-Insurance 101. What is self-insurance? This resource walks you through whos, whys and steps of self-insurance.
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MEC’s Benjamin Burch, Ph.D., AVP of Data Science, published a groundbreaking thought leadership piece in Claims Journal in August 2025 about how Generative AI is transforming workers’ compensation and risk management. The article explores how generative AI can analyze unstructured data — like claim notes and injury descriptions — to uncover hidden insights, improve injury coding, and enhance safety programs.
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