Disability Management Blogs
Managing Mental Health Claims: How Are You Dealing With a Return-To-Work Policy?
Turning the Page on Mental Health Absences: Return-To-Work Success StrategiesIntroductionThe increase in mental health claims poses a significant challenge for employers. The Mental Health Commission of Canada states that every week in Canada, roughly 500,000...
WMC’s Response to Nova Scotia’s Bill to Regulate Sick Notes and Reduce Fees for Healthcare Professionals
Effective July 1, Nova Scotia Government Introduces Sweeping Health Care Legislation: Changes to Sick Note Requirements and Health-Care Professional Licensing.**Sick Note Requirements: Less Burden on Physicians and Patients**Effective July 1st, provincially regulated...
Workplace Medical Corp’s response to the new extension of EI Sick Benefits
In response to the new legislation that extends Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits from 15 to 26 weeks, Workplace Medical Corps. recommends that organizations revaluate their plan design and prepare to manage longer periods of employee absence. Organizations...
New COVID-19 Related Services From WMC
While the majority of people continue to practice the physical distancing and self-isolation that has been crucial over the past two months, how companies manage the absences of their employees has continued to evolve and adapt. We at WMC continue to monitor...
Accommodation vs. Short-Term Disability for Employee Absences During the COVID-19 Pandemic
By expediting the claims process, Workplace Medical was able to dramatically reduce turnaround time – from 53 days to 7 days, for complex claims. How can we help you to reduce processing times from seven weeks to seven days? The answer may surprise you.
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By expediting the claims process, Workplace Medical was able to dramatically reduce turnaround time – from 53 days to 7 days, for complex claims. How can we help you to reduce processing times from seven weeks to seven days? The answer may surprise you.