Some Employers Worshiping HCOs As Saviors

By: Workers' Comp Executive - The journal of record for the workers' comp community in California.

SAN FRANCISCO - Two employers discussed their success in driving down claims costs by using health care organizations (HCOs).Both employers stressed that contracting with an HCO gives them a network of doctors who specialize in occupational medicine. The system not only assures proper medical treatment but also focuses on getting injured workers back, including modified duty.In the end, though, the programs result in measurable cost savings, especially through a reduction in litigat

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