[November 19, 2014]

MedRisk Launches Restore Program to Reduce Long-Term Disability Cases

MedRisk, the leader in physical rehabilitation and diagnostic imaging solutions for the workers' compensation industry, has launched the MedRisk Restore program. Restore is a cutting-edge solution designed to reduce delayed recovery cases by integrating MedRisk's physical medicine solution with an internationally recognized approach incorporating psychosocial barrier identification and resolution.

Historically, solutions for delayed recovery cases have focused on eliminating or reducing pain symptoms. However, current research now shows that psychosocial barriers to recovery account for more than three times the variance in the magnitude of disability. By addressing psychosocial barriers, the Restore program - in combination with physical rehabilitation - promotes reintegration into life-role activities, increases quality of life for patients and facilitates return to work.

"MedRisk has revolutionized how workers' compensation payers think about physical medicine," said Ruth Estrich, MedRisk chief strategy officer. "Today, we're excited to debutMedRisk Restore, the industry's first integrated solution to delayed recovery - a significant problem in the work comp industry. We're proud to offer this forward-thinking solution to our customers."

Estrich will participate in a panel discussion on the MedRisk Restore program at the National Workers' Compensation and Disability Conference & Expo, which is currently being held at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The presentation starts at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20. For more information, go to www.wcconference.com or visit MedRisk at booth #1231.

About MedRisk

MedRisk is the leader in physical rehabilitation and diagnostic imaging solutions for the workers' compensation industry. Founded in 1994 and based in King of Prussia, Pa., MedRisk has been ranked as one of the fastest-growing companies on several lists, including Modern Healthcare's Fast 40, the Inc. 500|5,000, Deloitte's (News - Alert) "Technology Fast 50," and Philadelphia SmartCEO magazine's Future 50. MedRisk is fully accredited under URAC and has successfully completed a SSAE 16 Type II examination. MedRisk's programs deliver savings and operational efficiencies that are significantly greater than traditional programs. Customers include insurance carriers, self-insured employers, third-party administrators, state funds, general managed care companies, case management companies, claims adjusters and diagnostic imaging and physical medicine providers. To make a referral or obtain more information, visit www.medrisknet.com or call 800-225-9675.

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