We all agree that as an employer, being self-insured gives you more options and opportunities to control healthcare costs. But our traditional approach continues to grow at unsustainable figures. So what’s new on the horizon? IF there can be a positive, the COVID pandemic may have been a catalyst that changed behavior and allowed healthcare …

This time, I tried something new. I gave virtual physical therapy a try. What I learned is that there is a wonderful budding new tool for the musculoskeletal issues plaguing so many of us. Here is my story, with added implications for employers. I have experienced physical therapy a couple of times in the past. …

In Georgia, the 72-hour telehealth prescribing limit has been removed at this time by emergency declaration. This change will remain in place until the governor suspends the emergency declaration. Telehealth providers are aware of this change and are now prescribing in Georgia in a manner that is consistent with clinical quality and antibiotic stewardship protocols. …