For orthopedic doctors and specialists, workers' compensation referrals present a valuable opportunity to grow your practice while helping injured employees recover and return to work. However, building and maintaining a strong referral network in the workers' compensation space can be challenging, especially as many adjusters and referral sources now work remotely.

Growing a workers’ compensation practice isn’t as simple as providing excellent medical care—though that will always be the foundation. Success in workers’ compensation requires an understanding of the system itself, consistent communication with key stakeholders, and a commitment to patient-centered care at every stage of the process.

The workers’ compensation landscape has evolved, and for physicians, visibility and connection matter more than ever. As the industry continues to shift, doctors who want to grow and sustain their practices must adapt—by strengthening relationships with key stakeholders and embracing thoughtful, strategic marketing.

Workplace safety is not a trend or a checkbox—it is a fundamental responsibility that shapes the well-being of employees and the long-term success of organizations. Across the workers’ compensation industry, one truth remains consistent: employers who prioritize safety create stronger, healthier, and more resilient workplaces.

If you’re a physician looking to increase workers’ compensation patient referrals, the reality is simple: there are only three viable paths to growth. Each comes with its own challenges, especially in a post-COVID world where access to decision-makers looks very different than it did just a few years ago.

In today's digital age, the dominance of video content is undeniable. As patients spend increasing amounts of time online, it has become crucial for physicians to incorporate video into their marketing strategies. But where should you start? What types of videos should you create? And what mistakes should you avoid?

In the complex world of workers’ compensation, nurse case managers play a critical role in ensuring timely medical care, controlling costs, and supporting positive outcomes for injured employees. Yet, for many self-insured employers and insurers, the decision of when to involve a nurse case manager is often left solely to the claims adjuster.

Across the workers’ compensation industry, one thing is clear: finding the right doctor makes all the difference. Employers, adjusters, and case managers need physicians who truly understand the workers’ compensation process—doctors who deliver excellent care, communicate clearly, and help injured workers return to work safely with strong outcomes.

Whether you’re a self-insured employer or work with a carrier, selecting the right workers’ compensation adjuster—and truly understanding their role—can make a meaningful difference in the success of your program. Adjusters are far more than claims processors. They are central players who directly influence claim outcomes, costs, and the overall experience for everyone involved.

When it comes to workers’ compensation cases, choosing the right doctor is critical. Injured workers deserve exceptional medical care, and employers and insurance carriers need confidence that the physicians treating their employees understand the workers’ compensation process—from documentation and timelines to best practices and outcomes.

Attention adjusters, case managers, nurses, and risk managers—when it comes to caring for injured workers, the physician you choose matters. Referring an employee to a doctor who doesn’t fully understand the workers’ compensation process can lead to delays, miscommunication, and unnecessary complications. That’s a risk no one should have to take.

For more than 20 years, OM has been dedicated to empowering physicians and ancillary service providers within the workers’ compensation space. Our mission is simple but impactful: to help doctors establish, expand, and sustain successful workers’ compensation practices built on knowledge, trust, and best practices.

If you’re a physician looking to grow your workers’ compensation referrals, we want to help—but in the right way, and for the right reasons.

If you’re looking to strengthen and grow your practice’s workers’ compensation referrals, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own either.

When an employee is injured, employers want to direct them to physicians who are highly qualified, provide excellent medical care, and support a clear and steady recovery.

OM is announcing the upcoming release of the Center of Excellence (COE) Designation, scheduled to open in February. Developed by OM in partnership with employers, carriers, physicians, and clinical experts, the COE establishes a national standard for quality in workers’ compensation care.

The workers’ compensation landscape continues to evolve. For physicians in orthopedics, pain management, spine, and multi-specialty practices, understanding these trends is important for staying aligned with the needs of employers, carriers, and injured employees. While overall claim volume remains steady, the complexity, cost, and expectations surrounding care continue to change in ways that directly affect clinical practice.