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Common Mistakes to Avoid in Workers’ Compensation Cases in New York: Insights for Industry Professionals // VISTV Unplugged

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Workers’ Compensation Cases in New York: Insights for Industry Professionals // VISTV Unplugged

"At Viscardi, we’re intimately familiar with the intricacies of Workers’ Compensation in New York State and the unique challenges this presents for employers, medical managers, claims managers, and adjusters. Our goal is to arm you with tailored strategies and insights that address the specific hurdles you face, drawing on our extensive experience to streamline your claims management process, ensure compliance, and promote optimal outcomes for both your employees and your organization.”

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzFebruary 29, 2024Pillar, VISTVComment

Empowering Recovery: Unraveling the Impactful Role of Vocational Rehabilitation in New York State // VISTV Unplugged

Empowering Recovery: Unraveling the Impactful Role of Vocational Rehabilitation in New York State // VISTV Unplugged

"In the intricate landscape of workers' compensation, where recovery is not just about healing the body but also reclaiming a sense of purpose, vocational rehabilitation emerges as a crucial player. In the diverse tapestry of New York State, where industries vary widely, understanding the role of vocational rehabilitation becomes paramount for those navigating the path from injury to a triumphant return to the workforce.”

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzJanuary 16, 2024Pillar, VISTVComment

Strategies for Reducing Workers Compensation Costs in NYS // VISTV Unplugged

Strategies for Reducing Workers Compensation Costs in NYS // VISTV Unplugged

"In New York State, reducing workers' compensation costs involves a nuanced approach that combines vigilance, employee training, regulatory compliance, and injury prevention. Employers must recognize the uniqueness of New York's regulations and workplace challenges and tailor their strategies accordingly.

By placing a strong focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and expert insights, businesses in New York can not only reduce their workers' compensation costs but also foster a safer and more productive work environment.

Remember, New York's workers' compensation system is different—your strategies should be too. Stay vigilant, proactive, and informed to navigate the intricate New York landscape effectively.”

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzNovember 8, 2023Pillar, VISTVComment

Understanding Workers' Compensation in New York: A Simple Guide // VISTV Unplugged

Understanding Workers' Compensation in New York: A Simple Guide // VISTV Unplugged

Explore this simple guide to workers' compensation in New York. From an overview of the system's significance to essential insights for injured workers, employers, and claims professionals, discover the benefits and claims process of workers' compensation in the Empire State.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzSeptember 8, 2023Pillar, VISTVComment

New York Workers’ Compensation As We Know It: The Legacy of the Triangle Fire // VISTV Unplugged

New York Workers’ Compensation As We Know It: The Legacy of the Triangle Fire // VISTV Unplugged

In the annals of American history, few events have had as profound an impact on the workers’ compensation industry as the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. Join us as we explore the historic event's lasting influence on the workers' compensation system in New York.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzJuly 21, 2023Pillar, VISTVComment

A Nontraditional Approach: How Companies Can Support Their Employees’ Wellbeing With This One Tool

A Nontraditional Approach: How Companies Can Support Their Employees’ Wellbeing With This One Tool

…we’ve seen companies promote employee wellness through a number of initiatives, including step count challenges, unlimited PTO, better maternity and paternity policies, personal and professional development training, speakers series and lunchtime yoga classes.

These initiatives provide employees with opportunities to connect with one another, reduce stress levels and hit pause for a few minutes before returning to their day. But we sometimes feel our collective approach to employee wellness (we’re learning alongside the companies we support, after all!) is just a drop in the bucket compared to the overwhelming numbers on post-COVID employee burnout and stress, which all point to the same thing: Our struggle with mental health.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzApril 13, 2023PillarComment

A Work in Progress: Real Life Struggles from Professionals Looking for Balance

A Work in Progress: Real Life Struggles from Professionals Looking for Balance

In the first season of VISTV, we explored the theme of leadership: What does good leadership look like? How did COVID-19 change our leadership approach? In this second season of VISTV, we dug even deeper by asking professionals about their personal experiences with wellness in the workplace.

We were lucky enough to speak to a speech language pathologist, an international opera singer, a loan officer, a licensed clinical social worker and host of E! Famously Single and a registered dietitian. We asked: What about your relationship with work are you actively working through? Where have you most recently struggled? Here’s what Kathyrn Tarner, Zachary Nelson and Brooke Evans shared with us.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzMarch 9, 2023PillarComment

Finding What Works: Four Professionals Share their Unique Approach to Feeling Better

Finding What Works: Four Professionals Share their Unique Approach to Feeling Better

After spending our first season exploring the topic of leadership, we used this season to speak to professionals about their own approach to work and wellness. We asked: What are you doing to take care of yourself? What about your relationship with work are you actively working through? What do you want to see organizations do better? Over a series of three articles, we’re compiling and sharing the very best of what they told us.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersDanielle HorowitzJanuary 12, 2023PillarComment

Understanding the Injury Management Process: A 2022 Guide for TPAs and Self-Insured Companies

Understanding the Injury Management Process: A 2022 Guide for TPAs and Self-Insured Companies

When an employee gets sick or injured on the job, a medical case manager is responsible for facilitating necessary treatment, helping both the employee and employer navigate the rules of NY’s Medical Treatment Guidelines and expediting a safe return to work.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersAlex HoneysettNovember 30, 2022PillarComment

VISTV: Q&A with Kathryn Tarner

VISTV: Q&A with Kathryn Tarner

VISTV: Q&A with Kathryn Tarner

ALL RCDanielle HorowitzSeptember 20, 2022VISTVComment

How to Build a Culture of Wellness in 2022

How to Build a Culture of Wellness in 2022

It’s critical for the health of employees—and the business—that leaders put wellness at the very center of their plans. But how? Here, we share tactical ways to support the physical, emotional and social health of employees and build a culture of wellness, inspired by companies leading the charge and our own work addressing these three areas here at Viscardi.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersAlex HoneysettSeptember 1, 2022PillarComment

The Three Elements of Successful Collaborative Case Management

The Three Elements of Successful Collaborative Case Management

After more than 15 years spearheading complex cases, here are the three elements we’ve discovered are critical to successful collaborative case management.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, CarriersAlex HoneysettAugust 23, 2022Comment

Employers: 4 Ways to Create a Faster Claims Reporting Process

Employers: 4 Ways to Create a Faster Claims Reporting Process

When you manage workers’ compensation for a company, you have two priorities: get your employee the care they need and get them back to work ASAP. Here, we outline four ways to create a faster claims reporting process for employees, setting you up for a faster, more streamlined case.

Easy Claims Management, Employers, ALL RCAlex HoneysettJuly 13, 2022

4 Ways Companies Are Proactively Addressing Workplace Safety

4 Ways Companies Are Proactively Addressing Workplace Safety

Here are a few examples of companies that have been proactive about addressing and reducing workplace injuries and fatalities—and how they’re going about it.

ALL RC, EmployersAlex HoneysettJune 28, 2022 Comment

The Horseplay Rule Demystified

The Horseplay Rule Demystified

What happens when two employees are horsing around on the job and one gets hurt? Here’s a breakdown of the Horseplay Rule.

Easy Claims Management, Employers, ALL RCAlex HoneysettMay 23, 2022Comment

Injured in NY, Treated in Another State: How to Manage Injured Workers Crossing State Lines

Injured in NY, Treated in Another State: How to Manage Injured Workers Crossing State Lines

Here’s what you need to know about navigating the medical management process for employees injured in NY and living elsewhere.

NYS Workers' Comp, ALL RC, Carriers, EmployersAlex HoneysettApril 28, 2022

How to Handle an Opioid Overdose in the Workplace

How to Handle an Opioid Overdose in the Workplace

With the likelihood of a workplace opioid overdose at an all-time high, what can you do to ensure that employees at all levels of your company are equipped to handle an incident?

ALL RC, Carriers, EmployersAlex HoneysettMarch 18, 2022Comment

Three Ways Your Corporate Culture is Increasing Your Out of Work Employees

Three Ways Your Corporate Culture is Increasing Your Out of Work Employees

If your organization has begun prioritizing safety initiatives but you’re still not seeing results, here are three ways your corporate culture might be contributing to your out-of-work employees.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, Carriers, EmployersAlex HoneysettMarch 11, 2022 Comment

Four Things To Look For In Your Next Medical Case Managers

Four Things To Look For In Your Next Medical Case Managers

The Workers’ Compensation Board has a fairly comprehensive rundown on its Ongoing Maintenance Care program here. If you have any questions specific to your case or know you need some OMC experts to help navigate the process, shoot us an email. We’d be happy to help.

Easy Claims Management, ALL RC, Employers, CarriersAlex HoneysettFebruary 23, 2022

What is the Role of a Medical Case Manager?

What is the Role of a Medical Case Manager?

Medical case managers play a critical role in getting injured workers healthy and back to work, while acting as a trusted liaison between HR teams, insurance companies, doctors and more. Here, we take a closer look at how medical case managers support multiple stakeholders in the aftermath of a workplace injury.

ALL RC, Employers, Carriersjohn viscardiJanuary 17, 2022Comment