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What does ‘Disability’ Mean in Michigan?
What does ‘Disability’ Mean in Michigan?

Glossary Check Anyone who's been around workers' compensation long enough knows that what words mean can sometimes matter to how a claim turns out -- or doesn't. One of those words is disability, and the […]
What are the Rules for Vocational Rehabilitation Disputes in Michigan?
What are the Rules for Vocational Rehabilitation Disputes in Michigan?

Do You Know the Rule? If you were looking for rules about vocational rehabilitation in Michigan, you could that info on Simply Research. But if you're not signed up yet, we offer a glimpse here, […]
Do You Know the Rule? Mich. Limitation of Liability
Do You Know the Rule? Mich. Limitation of Liability

Detroit, MI (WorkersCompensation.com) -- A Michigan rule spells out that no compensation shall be payable for an occupational disease if the employee at the time of entering into the employment of the employer by whom […]
Compliance Corner: Mich. Proof of Coverage Electronic Data Interchange Reporting
Compliance Corner: Mich. Proof of Coverage Electronic Data Interchange Reporting

Birmingham, MI (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Back in May, the Michigan Workers' Disability Compensation Agency implemented voluntary electronic reporting of workers' compensation proof of coverage data. The following chart breaks down tables and information for EDI compliance […]
Quick Hit: Mich. Expenses for Employees Attending a Board Appointed Examination
Quick Hit: Mich. Expenses for Employees Attending a Board Appointed Examination

Detroit, MI (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In Michigan, expenses incurred by the employee attending a Board appointed examination are to be paid for by the employer. The following rates of reimbursement apply for travel. Items Amounts Mileage […]
Chart View: Mich. Procedure Code & Modifiers (Plus Table 10904)
Chart View: Mich. Procedure Code & Modifiers (Plus Table 10904)

Birmingham. MI (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In Michigan, a healthcare service must be billed with procedure codes adopted from "Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2023 Professional Edition" or "HCPCS 2023 Level II Professional Edition," as referenced in R […]
Serial Imposter Nurse Charged in Mich.
Serial Imposter Nurse Charged in Mich.

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – A Michigan woman posing as a nurse could be facing up to 20 years in prison, according to a recent announcement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.  An indictment was announced Wednesday […]
Mich. Top Court Lists ‘Occupational Factors,’ Overrules Old Test
Mich. Top Court Lists ‘Occupational Factors,’ Overrules Old Test

Lansing, MI (WorkersCompensation.com) -- If you read NCCI's recent Expert Analysis piece, you know that the Michigan Supreme Court recently announced a new standard for mental injuries. Under the new test, a claimant must show […]