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What are the Essential Components of a Successful Return-to-Work Program?

by on September 8, 2009 in My Opinion Counts, Workers Compensation Return to Work Tips

Workers’ compensation return to work programs, have to be an integral part of your retention policy or strategy. Your employees—are your most valued asset. If employees are your most valued asset, then you should recognize the importance of implementing a comprehensive return-to-work program. Your obligation as the employer does not end when the injury begins. Returning an employee to work is an investment in your company, and it shows that you still value your employees after they are injured.

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Physician Your Return to Work Decision Is Not Clear – Are We On the Same Team?

by on September 8, 2009 in My Opinion Counts, Workers Compensation Return to Work Tips

Workers Compensation is a team sport – everyone has to work for the same goal on the same team – unfortunately medical treatment often creates a disconnect between the goal of the employer – return to work; the goal of the employee – stay at home a little bit longer and the goal of the treating doctor – fill out volumes of paperwork so he or she can get paid and keep everyone happy in the process

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