Why do I Have an MCO and a TPA – the Mystery Solved! [246]
Date: Thursday, March 10, 2016
Time: 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

Speakers:
   Shawn Combs, Program Manager, CareWorksComp
   Derek Stern, Director of Customer Relations, CareWorks

Track: Workers' Compensation
Secondary Track: Human Resources
Session Type: Educational Session
Skill Level: Basic

Description:

The presenters discuss the roles, responsibilities and differences between a third party administrator (TPA) and a managed care organization (MCO). They also explain why both are an essential piece to having a successful workers’ compensation program. In addition, they discuss injury procedures, return-to-work options, best financial options, etc. A question and answer session ends the program.



Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the roles and responsibilities of a TPA and MCO; 2. Recall what to do when an injury occurs at your work place; 3. Explain how a claim will impact your premiums; and 4. Identify options for returning injured workers back to work and the financial impacts.

CEU Hours:  
  IACET: 0.1
  HRCI: 1
  BWC Discount Programs: 1





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