Sedgwick Identifies Medication Monitoring, New Technology as Top Trends

Pain-medication monitoring and intervention in workers’ compensation claims is among 16 top trends for 2016 identified by Sedgwick Claims Management Services. Increased attention to psychosocial and behavioral health issues is another trend to watch, according to the third-party administrator. Sedgwick divided its “Scene for 2016” list into four broad categories, including focusing on employee health and wellness, leveraging smarter technology, responding to legislative changes, and managing market challenges and emerging risks. Each topic includes four top trends for t...