Causation Specialist, Investigative Services Unit
CurrentResponsible for completing Causation Investigations throughout the Midwestern United States. Scope of work includes Ergonomic (Repetitive Motion Injury); Environmental Disease; Subrogation; Traumatic and Complex Injury and Early Return to Work Evaluations. Causation Assessments utilize an early detection model that focuses on:Examination of specific work practicesDetermination of risk factorsVerification of factual data surrounding an injury or illnessEducation for Claim Professionals, Physicians and Attorneys regarding matters of compensability. During calendar year 2018, an estimated $17.2 million in loss avoidance was reported.