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It is no secret that healthcare systems can be difficult to navigate. When work-related injuries occur, complications can rise due to the challenges of the workers’ compensation system. Working with an experienced claims and managed care partner can improve the employee experience, facilitate recovery and return to work, control costs, and ensure full compliance with […]

Careworks regularly monitors and reports on workers’ compensation legislation impacting our customers. Click on the link below for a summary of recent updates. September 2025 workers’ comp law summary – U.S. Legislative changes for private employers and public entities in California and New York and legislation to watch in Pennsylvania.

Cardz for Kidz I oversee the Careworks’ Cardz for Kidz program, develop workflows, select materials for the card making kits, and ship the kits out. When we heard about the Cardz for Kidz organization, we were eager to form a partnership. We recognized the potential to overcome many barriers we face in finding suitable light-duty […]

Physical therapy can be an excellent means of treatment for injured employees who have experienced a musculoskeletal injury or who have undergone certain surgical procedures. In many cases, it may serve as the gold standard for treatment and recovery. However, as certain costs within workers’ compensation have declined over the years (i.e., pharmacy), the cost […]

At Careworks, we believe in the power of connection and collaboration. We are proud to participate in the following industry conferences and events in October and November. These events provide valuable opportunities to learn, network and share. Florida PRIMA October 26, 2025, at Westin Cape Coral Marina Village in Cape Coral, FL National WC Conference […]

GLP-1 agonists, commonly known as diabetes and weight loss medications, are continuing to increase in usage across the country. Data from 2024 indicates that more than 15.5 million Americans reported having used these medications. As the popularity and use of drugs such as Wegovy, Ozempic and others continue, companies and claims professionals will need to […]

Challenge *Bailey sustained a work-related injury to her right wrist while working as a package handler. When she recovered with a limited-duty release, her employer explored our transitional work placement (TWP) program. That’s where Bailey met Destiney. Destiney’s primary duty is to identify an appropriate not-for-profit (NFP) organization to host a volunteer with temporary restrictions, […]

Memorable experience: One of my most memorable moments at Careworks is from 2018 when our entire team at the time all came to San Antonio for a conference. It was great to finally meet a lot of my teammates in person and get to know them outside of work. Between meetings, we had several fun […]

Joining Careworks  I am very excited to join this well- established team of professionals who strive to be the best at what they do every day. I am impressed by the fact that the team members genuinely care about each other. I appreciate my team guiding me through the Careworks processes and procedures and making […]

When a leading manufacturer saw underwhelming results from their workers’ comp PPO network, Careworks stepped in with a smarter, data-driven solution. Discover how our tailored approach increased penetration from 57% to 77% and savings from 13% to 20% – and why this is just the beginning. Click here to read the full case study. 

At Careworks, we believe in the power of connection and collaboration. We are proud to participate in the following industry conferences and events in June. These events provide valuable opportunities to learn, network and share. WCI 2025 Conference August 17-20, 2025, at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, FL 2025 SBWC Annual Educational Conference […]

After an occupational injury, Careworks case managers prioritize determining the best treatment route that will enable a quick and safe return to work. In workers’ compensation, there is an increasing number of injured employees receiving physical therapy (PT) to reach their recovery goals. While in some cases physical therapy is pertinent in aiding injured employees […]

Memorable experience One of my most memorable moments was our first company sales trip. It wasn’t just about strategy or numbers—it was about people. I met colleagues who became friends, and those relationships helped shape my journey at Careworks. That experience reminded me why I do what I do: to create positive outcomes for clients […]

At Careworks, we understand that individuality in employability knows no boundaries. July is Disability Pride Month, and as an inclusive employer, we hope to bring awareness to the uniqueness of every colleague on our team, and those we welcome in the future. Disability Pride Month is not only a time to shine a light on […]

When an employee is injured on the job, the journey to recovery often extends well beyond the hospital. For many, the next step is critical to healing and returning to work. But for organizations managing workers’ compensation — such as insurers, third-party administrators (TPAs), self-insured employers, and public entities — this phase can be complex, […]