AGENDA

The agenda is subject to change without notice. All times listed are in Eastern Time.

    MONDAY, APRIL 15
  
  

    11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Registration and Event Information Desk
The Registration and Event Information Desk is the main hub for event information and badge pick-up. AMCOMP staff are on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have throughout the event.
  

    12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
    Attendee Lunch
A hot lunch buffet is available for attendees to sit and mingle over the lunch break. Attendees are welcome to come and go at their convenience.
  

    1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
    AMCOMP Welcome and Outlook on the Property/Casualty Industry
This session will provide an overall economic outlook of the property/casualty insurance industry and will include a high-level look at industry trends and disrupters. The always-popular Robert Hartwig, Ph.D., will provide important insights that will help you manage your company’s risk.
Robert Hartwig, Ph.D. 
Director, Center for Risk and Uncertainty Management
University of South Carolina
  

    2:00 – 2:15 p.m.
    Networking Break
Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
  

    2:15 – 3:00 p.m.
    Recent Findings From WCRI Research
Join us for an insightful session during which we delve into the latest research findings from the Workers Compensation Research Institute. This session aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of key topics, including comorbidities, provider consolidation, and the evolving trends in indemnity payments and medical costs in workers' compensation. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with a nuanced understanding of recent WCRI research. Don't miss this opportunity to stay at the forefront of industry insights and enhance your expertise in workers' compensation dynamics.
Sebastian Negrusa
Vice President of Research
Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI)
  

    3:00 – 3:15 p.m.
    Networking Break
Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
  

    3:15 – 4:00 p.m.
    The Intersection of Claims and Risk Control

Join this session to learn how to leverage key attributes of claims and risk control to strategically manage and mitigate risk and the associated loss-cost impact to your company.
Devin Lindsey, ARM
Manager, Business Development and Analytics, Risk Control Services
Liberty Mutual Insurance
  

    4:00 – 4:15 p.m.
    Networking Break
Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
  

    4:15 – 5:00 p.m.
    Demystifying AI: The Reality Behind the Artificial Intelligence Buzz
The artificial intelligence hype machine is running at full speed, but what are these tools actually capable of? And what impact will they have on our personal and professional lives? During this session, we’ll sift through the hype, explore how AI truly works, and break down how it’s reshaping the world of work. Walk away with a clear understanding of AI’s practical magic and its real-world impact.
Matt Cyr
Vice President, Health
The Primacy
  

    5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
    President's Reception
  

    
TUESDAY, APRIL 16
  
  

    7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
    Registration and Event Information Desk
AMCOMP staff are on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have throughout the event.
  

    8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
    Celebration Breakfast
  

    10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
    Networking Break
Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
  

    10:15 – 11:00 a.m.
    Return-to-Work Post-COVID
The post-COVID-19 impact is resulting in increased combined ratios and rate reductions across the country. Additional discount networks are unlikely to resolve this “COVID hangover.” This session will showcase how claim operations can remedy this challenging environment by addressing unnecessary indemnity spend through the deployment of robust return-to-work planning initiatives on a claim-by-claim basis.
Drew Rice, MS
Director, Work Management Services
Windham
  

    11:00 – 11:15 a.m.
    Networking Break
Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
  

    11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Panel Discussion: Mega Claims and Catastrophic Claims Management
In the realm of workers’ compensation, managing mega claims and catastrophic claims poses unique challenges that demand a comprehensive understanding of legal, medical, and operational intricacies. This panel brings together industry experts to delve into the complexities of handling mega and catastrophic workers' compensation claims. Attendees will gain insights into the evolving landscape of catastrophic claims, best practices for mitigation, and the collaborative strategies necessary to navigate the complicated web of legal, medical, and compliance considerations.
Deborah Castellucci, RN, MPA, CLNC
Founder
Catastrophic Care Network 

Shawn Deane
General Counsel and Vice President of Claims Solutions
J29

Carol Dennehy, RN, CRRN, LCP
Director of Case Management
Occupational Resource Network

Laurie Parsons
President
Kids’ Chance of Massachusetts
  

    12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
    Attendee Lunch
A hot lunch buffet is available for attendees to sit and mingle over the lunch break. Attendees are welcome to come and go at their convenience.
  

    1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
    Medical Developments in Workers’ Compensation
Join Marcos Iglesias, MD, as he discusses medical developments that are having or are poised to have an impact on how we manage workers’ compensation claims. Mental health and wellness have become more accepted in the management of work-related injuries. Learn how to think about the continuum of psychological issues facing injured workers and how the right approach is essential. We will discuss the prevalence of PTSD claims and proper management of them. Learn about psychedelic drugs being used for mental health diagnoses. We will also discuss the impact of growing vertical integration in health care and uses for artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Marcos Iglesias, MD
Vice President, Chief Medical Director
Travelers
  

    1:45 – 2:00 p.m.
    Networking Break
Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
  

    2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
    Panel Discussion: What’s Trending in Workers’ Comp Pharmacy?
During this session, a panel of experts will share insights on what is trending in workers’ compensation pharmacy benefits and the impact of those trends on injured workers and medical outcomes. The panelists will offer their observations on the current and future drug pipeline, the increasing demand for high-cost specialty drugs, emerging alternative and experimental treatments for opioid-use disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and treatment-resistant depression, and the evolution of drug formularies in workers’ compensation.
Gus R. Gonnella, AIC, WCP
Vice President
The MEMIC Group
Aliza Krug, MMSC, PA-C, MPLC
Vice President, Clinical Services
Arbicare
Emily Peak, PharmD
Vice PresidentCadence Rx
Sandy Shtab
Vice President, Industry and State Affairs
Healthesystems

  

    2:45 – 3:00 p.m.
    Networking Break
Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
  

    3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
    The Basics of Insurance Receivership – What an Industry Stakeholder Needs to Know and Closing Comments
This presentation will provide an overview of the interstate insurance insolvency scheme, including: a background on financial standards for carriers, what can put carriers in hazardous financial conditions, conservatorship/receivership versus liquidation, payment of claims, run-off or sale, and the guaranty association system.
Dan Price
Partner
Shanley Price, LLP
  

    4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
    AMCOMP Board Meeting
  

    5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
    Networking Reception
  

    
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17
  
  

    7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
    Attendee Breakfast
Join fellow attendees for a cup of coffee and a hot breakfast before departing Charleston.
  

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

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MONDAY, APRIL 15
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Registration and Event Information Desk The Registration and Event Information Desk is the main hub for event information and badge pick-up. AMCOMP staff are on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have throughout the event.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.	Attendee Lunch A hot lunch buffet is available for attendees to sit and mingle over the lunch break. Attendees are welcome to come and go at their convenience.
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.	AMCOMP Welcome and Outlook on the Property/Casualty Industry This session will provide an overall economic outlook of the property/casualty insurance industry and will include a high-level look at industry trends and disrupters. The always-popular Robert Hartwig, Ph.D., will provide important insights that will help you manage your company’s risk. Robert Hartwig, Ph.D. Director, Center for Risk and Uncertainty Management University of South Carolina
2:00 – 2:15 p.m.	Networking Break Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
2:15 – 3:00 p.m.	Recent Findings From WCRI Research Join us for an insightful session during which we delve into the latest research findings from the Workers Compensation Research Institute. This session aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of key topics, including comorbidities, provider consolidation, and the evolving trends in indemnity payments and medical costs in workers' compensation. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with a nuanced understanding of recent WCRI research. Don't miss this opportunity to stay at the forefront of industry insights and enhance your expertise in workers' compensation dynamics. Sebastian Negrusa Vice President of Research Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI)
3:00 – 3:15 p.m.	Networking Break Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
3:15 – 4:00 p.m.	The Intersection of Claims and Risk Control Join this session to learn how to leverage key attributes of claims and risk control to strategically manage and mitigate risk and the associated loss-cost impact to your company. Devin Lindsey, ARM Manager, Business Development and Analytics, Risk Control Services Liberty Mutual Insurance
4:00 – 4:15 p.m.	Networking Break Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
4:15 – 5:00 p.m.	Demystifying AI: The Reality Behind the Artificial Intelligence Buzz The artificial intelligence hype machine is running at full speed, but what are these tools actually capable of? And what impact will they have on our personal and professional lives? During this session, we’ll sift through the hype, explore how AI truly works, and break down how it’s reshaping the world of work. Walk away with a clear understanding of AI’s practical magic and its real-world impact. Matt Cyr Vice President, Health The Primacy
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.	President's Reception
TUESDAY, APRIL 16
7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.	Registration and Event Information Desk AMCOMP staff are on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have throughout the event.
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.	Celebration Breakfast
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.	Networking Break Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
10:15 – 11:00 a.m.	Return-to-Work Post-COVID The post-COVID-19 impact is resulting in increased combined ratios and rate reductions across the country. Additional discount networks are unlikely to resolve this “COVID hangover.” This session will showcase how claim operations can remedy this challenging environment by addressing unnecessary indemnity spend through the deployment of robust return-to-work planning initiatives on a claim-by-claim basis. Drew Rice, MS Director, Work Management Services Windham
11:00 – 11:15 a.m.	Networking Break Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.	Panel Discussion: Mega Claims and Catastrophic Claims Management In the realm of workers’ compensation, managing mega claims and catastrophic claims poses unique challenges that demand a comprehensive understanding of legal, medical, and operational intricacies. This panel brings together industry experts to delve into the complexities of handling mega and catastrophic workers' compensation claims. Attendees will gain insights into the evolving landscape of catastrophic claims, best practices for mitigation, and the collaborative strategies necessary to navigate the complicated web of legal, medical, and compliance considerations. Deborah Castellucci, RN, MPA, CLNC Founder Catastrophic Care Network Shawn Deane General Counsel and Vice President of Claims Solutions J29 Carol Dennehy, RN, CRRN, LCP Director of Case Management Occupational Resource Network Laurie Parsons President Kids’ Chance of Massachusetts
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.	Attendee Lunch A hot lunch buffet is available for attendees to sit and mingle over the lunch break. Attendees are welcome to come and go at their convenience.
1:00 – 1:45 p.m.	Medical Developments in Workers’ Compensation Join Marcos Iglesias, MD, as he discusses medical developments that are having or are poised to have an impact on how we manage workers’ compensation claims. Mental health and wellness have become more accepted in the management of work-related injuries. Learn how to think about the continuum of psychological issues facing injured workers and how the right approach is essential. We will discuss the prevalence of PTSD claims and proper management of them. Learn about psychedelic drugs being used for mental health diagnoses. We will also discuss the impact of growing vertical integration in health care and uses for artificial intelligence and machine learning. Marcos Iglesias, MD Vice President, Chief Medical Director Travelers
1:45 – 2:00 p.m.	Networking Break Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
2:00 – 2:45 p.m.	Panel Discussion: What’s Trending in Workers’ Comp Pharmacy? During this session, a panel of experts will share insights on what is trending in workers’ compensation pharmacy benefits and the impact of those trends on injured workers and medical outcomes. The panelists will offer their observations on the current and future drug pipeline, the increasing demand for high-cost specialty drugs, emerging alternative and experimental treatments for opioid-use disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and treatment-resistant depression, and the evolution of drug formularies in workers’ compensation. Gus R. Gonnella, AIC, WCP Vice President The MEMIC Group Aliza Krug, MMSC, PA-C, MPLC Vice President, Clinical Services Arbicare Emily Peak, PharmD Vice PresidentCadence Rx Sandy Shtab Vice President, Industry and State Affairs Healthesystems
2:45 – 3:00 p.m.	Networking Break Join us in the Willow Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.	The Basics of Insurance Receivership – What an Industry Stakeholder Needs to Know and Closing Comments This presentation will provide an overview of the interstate insurance insolvency scheme, including: a background on financial standards for carriers, what can put carriers in hazardous financial conditions, conservatorship/receivership versus liquidation, payment of claims, run-off or sale, and the guaranty association system. Dan Price Partner Shanley Price, LLP
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.	AMCOMP Board Meeting
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.	Networking Reception
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.	Attendee Breakfast Join fellow attendees for a cup of coffee and a hot breakfast before departing Charleston.

2024 Annual Meeting Agenda

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