NWCDC 2018

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MM4 | Technological Advancements in Medicine and Their Claims Impact (Room Islander B-C)

Technological progress in medical treatments, pharmaceuticals and surgeries change the healthcare provided to injured workers. But many advancements come at significantly increased cost and may not be appropriate for every situation. This session will outline recent medical technological developments, explain their impact on claims and help claims payers assess their value. The presenters will discuss high-tech prosthetics, exoskeletons, concussion detecting blood tests, transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression, targeted and digital medications, robotic assisted and stealth guided surgical procedures, and virtual and augmented reality applications.