Articles

As the new CEO of Optum Workers’ Comp and Auto No-Fault, Matt Wolfe is continuing a mission that has guided his professional career. Read more...

There is no "right number" of medications, but polypharmacy can be associated with significant risks. Tron Emptage, MA, RPh, Chief Clinical Officer, explains what pharmacists look for when evaluating the number and type of medications for an individual injured person. Read more...

In the 1956 novella, The Minority Report, “precognition” has advanced to a point where criminals can be identified before they commit a crime. But can you punish an individual for something predicted, that they haven’t yet done? Alan Phillips, VP, Product and Innovation, explores the advantages of predictive studies and when caution is needed. Read more...

June is National PTSD Awareness Month. And when it comes to PTSD laws covering workers’ comp, no two states are the same. The Optum Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs (PPRA) team helps claims professionals understand the laws and regulations for their state. Read more...

A commitment to fostering an excellent client experience can help workers’ comp service providers stand out from the crowd. Stacey McKee, SVP, Client Experience, embodies that commitment. Read more...

One way payers can ensure their patients are getting the best care possible is by partnering with a PBM that works with pharmacists from a wide array of clinical backgrounds. Tron Emptage, MA, RPh, Chief Clinical Officer and Adrienne Davis, PharmD explain why this is important. Read more...