Spring Seminar 2025

Supporting Recovery & Safety: Concussions, Mental Health, and Case Management Insights

An Online Event

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Join us for a focused half-day seminar designed to equip claims professionals, healthcare providers, and employers with practical strategies for managing complex cases involving brain injuries, mental health, workplace safety, and return-to-work challenges. Through expert-led discussions, gain valuable insights and actionable tools to improve outcomes for workers and streamline case management.

For one low price, this seminar offers great content and continuing education credits for professionals in:

Sessions:

Concussion and Post-Concussion Disorder: Understanding Workers with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)
Karleen Swerztauber, MD, MPH

Mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) can have complex and lasting effects on workers, impacting their recovery, return to work, and overall well-being. This session delves into the nuances of concussion and post-concussion disorder, exploring symptoms, treatment approaches, and strategies for effective case management. Gain insights into the challenges workers face, the role of early intervention, and best practices for supporting recovery while navigating claim complexities. Whether you're a claims professional, provider, or employer, this session will equip you with the knowledge to manage mTBI cases with confidence and care.

Promoting Mental Well-Being and Safety in the Workplace
Lee Pyfrom, Director of Safety, MacDonald-Miller

A healthy workforce is a safer, more productive workforce. This session explores the critical connection between mental well-being and workplace safety, providing practical strategies to foster a supportive environment. Learn how to recognize signs of stress and mental health challenges, implement proactive interventions, and create a culture that prioritizes psychological safety. From leadership approaches to employee resources, discover actionable steps to enhance well-being, reduce risks, and improve overall workplace outcomes.

Effective Strategies and Tools for Recovery and Resolution
Michelle Jensen, Eastside Vocational Services, Inc.

This session explores key tools that go beyond the basics—leveraging treatment as a recovery aid, utilizing proactive diagnostics, engaging early vocational rehabilitation counselors (VRCs) or nurse case managers (NCMs), integrating behavioral health interventions, and conducting strategic record reviews. Learn how to effectively implement these impactful measures to keep cases progressing while managing costs and limiting exposure.

From BHI Sessions to Psych Referrals: Effective Management Strategies for Navigating the Transition
Jon Manthos, RN, Bock Consulting

Seamlessly transitioning patients from Behavioral Health Integration (BHI) sessions to psychological referrals can be challenging. This session provides a comprehensive roadmap for ensuring continuity of care, optimizing patient outcomes, and effectively managing the referral process.

Got news, updates, services, or anything you want to share with Washington's self-insured community? Want to support the event and WSIA's broader work? We've got sponsorship recognition space throughout our lead-up to the seminar, including opportunities on camera during the event. Contact Kari Heinold to work out a custom package that's perfect for your company.

Continuing Education Credits

WSIA will award 4 continuing education credit hours for the Washington Workers' Compensation Professional (WWCP) recertification. The following additional professional development credentials will be available to attendees:

L&I CEU - Applied for
CDMS - Applied for
SHRM 4 recertification credits
CRCC - Applied for
CCMC - Applied for

Pricing

WSIA Members - $99

Non-members - $149 (Not a member? Click here to join today!)

Cancellation Information

No refunds will be given for cancellations made after March 14, 2025.

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