AMAXX

APRIL 28, 2025

In workers’ compensation programs, the conversation often revolves around costs, compliance, and claims management systems. Implementing empathy systematically can transform a workers’ compensation program from a cost center into a relationship-builder that saves money and strengthens the workforce. Its smart business.

Workers Compensation

AMAXX

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) plays a critical role in workers compensation, guiding both medical professionals and non-medical stakeholders in making informed decisions about injury treatment, recovery time, and return-to-work strategies. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Workers Compensation

AMAXX

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Related Content: Use A Medical Advisor To Maximize Value of Independent Medical Exam How to Tell If You Need a Nurse Case Manager for Your Workers Compensation Claim Peer Review & Peer Matching Central Components Of Work Comp Medical Management Make use of a Nurse Case Manager: In complex cases with multiple provider coordination.

Workers Compensation

AMAXX

JUNE 3, 2025

In workers compensation, the moments before an injury ever occurs are just as important if not more so than the moments after. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. That foundation is expectations and whether youve intentionally shaped them or not, every employee has them.

Injury

AMAXX

MAY 27, 2025

In the world of workers compensation, few factors have a more immediate and measurable impact on claim outcomes than lag time the delay between when an injury occurs and when it is reported to the carrier or third-party administrator (TPA). You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Claim

AMAXX

MAY 19, 2025

The workers compensation system may feel like a complex web of insurance premiums, claims adjusters, and legal disputesbut at its core, its rooted in one simple idea: a compromise. From the adjuster to the physician, from the broker to the TPA, everyone is there to facilitate recovery and manage risk. All state laws vary.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

JULY 22, 2025

This is where medical bill review (MBR) becomes an essential part of any effective workers’ compensation cost containment strategy. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law. Do not use this information without independent verification.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

JANUARY 21, 2025

In the complex world of workers’ compensation, achieving optimal outcomes for injured workers requires a blend of precision, consistency, and empathy. Ensuring Fairness In a system as diverse as workers’ compensation, consistency is key. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Workers Comp

R&R Insurance

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

On October 1, 2024 Wisconsin continued its trend entering a ninth consecutive year of reduced workers compensation insurance rates. Workers compensation rates are state mandated in Wisconsin, meaning all insurance carriers must use the same rates resulting in premiums from one carrier to another are basically the same.

Workers Compensation

AMAXX

APRIL 23, 2025

Efficient management of workers’ compensation claims significantly impacts both employee recovery outcomes and organizational costs. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law. All state laws vary.

Injury

Zywave

MAY 15, 2025

Previously, much of the discussion around embedded insurance has focused on the potential for insurers and brokers to be pushed out of the picturebeing cut out of the transactions. Brokers enjoy similar customer access benefits, at a lower cost. Threat or opportunity?

Broker

AMAXX

JULY 17, 2025

When it comes to workers’ compensation costs, many employers focus on claims management, safety programs, and return-to-work initiatives. Your experience mod is essentially your company’s credit score for workers’ compensation. Consult your broker or insurer. What Is the Experience Mod? A mod of 1.00 A mod below 1.00

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MAY 27, 2025

Workers compensation is often misunderstood as a fixed cost of doing businesssomething employers have to accept, manage passively, and simply write checks for. The carrier, the TPA, the broker, the doctorstheyre all supposed to handle it, right? You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MARCH 18, 2025

She was given a list of four medical providers but found that: Two providers did not accept workers compensation patients. One provider accepted workers compensation but was not taking new patients. Solution: Employers must routinely verify that the medical providers they recommend: Accept workers compensation cases.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

JULY 1, 2025

If there’s one universal truth in workers’ compensation, it’s this: The best claim is the one that never happens. Reduce Costs Fewer injuries mean lower workers’ compensation premiums, fewer lost workdays, and higher productivity. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Injury

Distinguished

MAY 19, 2025

Brokers should help clients assess gaps and recommend add-ons where needed. Brokers can expect a 2448-hour turnaround on most restaurant BOP quotes submitted through Distinguished’s Broker Connect portal. Is workers’ compensation included in a BOP? While a BOP offers broad protection, there are exclusions.

Policy

AMAXX

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

A structured Return-to-Work (RTW) program is one of the most effective ways to reduce workers’ compensation costs and improve employee recovery outcomes. Conclusion An effective transitional duty policy supports injured employees while controlling workers’ compensation costs. All state laws vary.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MARCH 4, 2025

By shifting your perspective from compliance-as-burden to compliance-as-advantage, you can leverage OSHA requirements to create a safer, more productive workplace, reduce workers compensation costs , and enhance your company’s reputation. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MAY 22, 2025

In the high-stakes world of workers compensation, the moments following a workplace injury can define the entire outcome of a claim. Click Link to Access Free PDF Download “9-Element Blueprint To Create Your Workers’ Comp Employee Brochure” Final Thoughts Workers compensation doesnt have to be a battle.

Injury

AMAXX

JUNE 17, 2025

When it comes to managing workers’ compensation claims, many employers focus on lagging indicators—things like claim count, indemnity costs, and days lost. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. But one critical leading metric often gets ignored: the Return-to-Work (RTW) Ratio.

Workers Comp

Protect Commercial Insurance

MAY 9, 2025

Here are some ways insurance protects your business: – Coverage for Damages : Whether it’s damage to property or compensation for injury claims, insurance can cover these costs, ensuring your cash flow isn’t disrupted. – Coverage Aspects : It covers compensation claims, medical costs, and any legal expenses.

Liability Insurance

AMAXX

JUNE 24, 2025

Sometimes, the smallest gestures make the biggest difference—especially in workers’ compensation. Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%. Yes, a card.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MAY 13, 2025

With just five core metrics , you can quickly diagnose the health of your workers compensation program , prioritize where to act, and measure your progress over time. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. The key to turning this around is a focused, data-driven approach.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

JANUARY 27, 2025

Revamping a workers compensation (WC) program can transform how companies manage costs and care for injured employees. Employers must recognize that effective workers comp management requires proactive employer involvement and robust internal processes to support external partners, emphasizing teamwork in workers’ compensation programs.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MAY 6, 2025

But when it comes to the workers compensation system, a rushed or poorly evaluated hire can be far more costly than leaving a role vacant for a few extra weeks. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. The rewards of hiring the right way are too big to overlook. All state laws vary.

Workers Comp

Protect Commercial Insurance

JULY 18, 2025

One of the most common issues we see as commercial insurance and mortgage brokers is liability claims caused by negligence. Even if you never intended harm, a single incident can lead to hefty legal fees, compensation payouts, reputational damage and higher premiums in future. But what does negligence actually mean?

Liability

AMAXX

APRIL 30, 2025

Managing workers compensation can feel like playing whack-a-mole. Why Communication is the Cornerstone of Workers Comp In workers’ compensation, it’s easy to get stuck in the weeds: medical management, state forms, lag time reporting, return-to-work logistics. These quick calls reinforce care and reduce anxiety.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MAY 26, 2025

Workers compensation isnt a solo actits a team sport. It All Starts with the Employee and Employer At the core of the workers compensation system lies the Grand Bargaina historical compromise where employees gave up the right to sue in exchange for wage loss and medical benefits after a workplace injury. All state laws vary.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MARCH 24, 2025

When an employer receives a revised workers’ compensation premium bill, the accuracy of the bill can be uncertain and confusing. This series of articles will provide clarity on what independent premium auditors evaluate, with practical insights to help you navigate the complexities of workers’ compensation premium audits.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Chiefs’ offensive struggles were worsened by their failure to adjust, just like a supervisor’s negative or delayed response can worsen a workers’ compensation claim. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law.

Injury

AMAXX

MARCH 17, 2025

There are elements in your workers compensation program that may be creating challenges without you even realizing it. Drivers of Human Behavior in Workers Compensation The science of human behavior has been studied extensively, and one of the most insightful works on the subject is Drive by Daniel Pink. Prolong their recovery.

Workers Comp

Zywave

MARCH 3, 2025

” If you don’t have the opportunity to check out the full webinar, read on for key insights from the discussion and actionable advice for insurers, brokers, and policyholders. While it’s critical insurance carriers, brokers, and policyholders understand the market, its just as important they know what to do about it.

Casualty Insurance

AMAXX

JUNE 30, 2025

In workers’ compensation and safety management , these silos are all too common—and costly. Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%. The result?

Injury

AMAXX

MAY 14, 2025

Our broker is never available. Why You Cant Outsource Leadership Lets be clear: Adjusters, brokers, medical providers, attorneys, and nurse case managers are critical to a functioning workers comp program. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. Its the adjusters fault.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MARCH 24, 2025

In this three-part series, we are examining nine elements of independent premium audits to help you better understand and control your workers’ compensation premiums. Understanding these areas will further empower you to identify premium savings opportunities and maintain precise control over your workers’ compensation costs.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MARCH 10, 2025

Mass layoffs or company closures can trigger a significant increase in workers’ compensation claimssome legitimate, others potentially unsubstantiated. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law. All state laws vary.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MAY 12, 2025

Its a funny sceneuntil you realize its exactly how most employers manage their workers compensation programs. Click Link to Access Free PDF Download “Step-By-Step Process To Master Workers Comp In 90 Days” The Real Problem: Reaction Without Direction Workers compensation is complex. The result? Constant problem-chasing.

Workers Comp