Regulatory Compliance

Arizona

CorVel is a national provider of industry-leading workers’ compensation solutions to Arizona payors. Incidents and injuries can be reported to Advocacy 24/7 for immediate intervention. We have a proprietary, in-house advocacy model that is completely integrated with our risk management system to offer immediate first aid advice, referral to telehealth or appointments with a medical doctor. CorVel’s Advocacy 24/7 promotes an environment focused on immediate intervention, reducing costly lag times of First Notice of Loss (FNOL) reporting.

Our comprehensive return to work program ensures collaboration and communication with all interested parties including the injured worker, employer, human resources, medical and safety teams, and healthcare providers. We use technology, compassionate case management for employees and cost containment measures, to give Arizona employers a superior program.

Arizona Regulatory Updates 2/6/2023

SB 1164 – Workers’ Compensation; Fraud Investigations; Adjudications

Issues: Workers’ Compensation (General)

Summary:

This measure requires the Industrial Commission (commission) to address workers’ compensation fraud claims and to establish an investigation process for fraud. This measure also requires individuals receiving permanent compensation benefits to annually report all earnings for the prior year to the commission. This measure takes effect 90 days after adjournment.

Most Recent Update:

02/01/2023 This measure has been scheduled for a hearing on February 1 in the Commerce Committee, chaired by Senator Kaiser (R). The Arizona legislature is meeting in-person for the 2023 legislative session. Anyone wishing to testify may do so in-person or online by going to the following link https://apps.azleg.gov/RequestToSpeak/UpcomingAgendas. Any online testimony must be submitted the day before the hearing by 3pm. A vote may occur at the discretion of the Chair. The measure may be considered in multiple committees.

Arizona Services

Workers’ compensation claims administration
Medical bill review in compliance with state requirements
Local PPO development and management
Case management services