Brittany Bordelon
Patient Safety Officer, Abbeville General Hospital
Brittany Bordelon, a dedicated professional, was born and raised in the heart of Louisiana.
Learn MoreOur annual Workers’ Compensation Symposium offers the latest on trends and changes in the workers’ compensation industry specifically targeted to healthcare.
Challenges to workers’ compensation and employee safety continue to intensify. Strengthening your understanding of current risks and changes in the workers’ compensation industry has never been more critical.
That’s why the LHA Trust Funds offers its annual Workers’ Compensation Symposium at no cost to members of the LHA Workers’ Compensation Trust Fund.
Experts and peer leaders discuss hot topics in healthcare employee health and safety as they share tools, ideas, and information that will help you develop stronger workers’ compensation and prevention of injury plans. Registration is required for attendance.
Anyone interested in healthcare workers' compensation, including HR Professionals, Employee Health, Directors of Nursing, Quality Coordinators, and Risk Managers, is invited to attend this event.
8:00 am - 8:30 am: Registration
8:30 am – 8:45 am: Introductions
8:45 am – 9:45 am: Data vs. Artificial Intelligence to Reduce Risk?
In this presentation, Mr. Brett Sanders explores the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to influence your risk assessments. He also examines how post-injury investigations can lead to meaningful change.
Speaker:
Brett Sanders
Select Medical
Objectives:
9:45 am – 10:00 am: Workers' Compensation Guide for Employers
In this presentation, Ms. Jamie Lamb introduces the launch of our updated Workers’ Compensation Guide for Employers. She also provides an overview of our available resources to help guide you and your staff through the claims process.
Speaker:
Jamie Lamb, AIC, INC, SCLA
Vice President of Claims Operation, LHA Trust Funds
10:00 am - 10:15 am: Break
10:15 am - 11:00 am: The Second Injury Fund and Workers' Compensation
The Second Injury Fund is beneficial in Workers’ Compensation claims. From this discussion, you learn the importance of using the post-hire medical questionnaire and how it relates to second injury fund claims.
Speakers:
Lisa Gillespie
Reimbursement Consultants, Inc.
Lori Colley
RCI
Objectives:
11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Building a Successful Post-Accident Drug Screening Program
Creating a successful and effective post-accident drug screening program can be challenging. North Oaks Health System has developed a program that positively impacts treatment for injured employees and a process for in-house screening. In this presentation, they share the components of their program and the results they have seen.
Speaker:
Tracy Pettigrew
Employee Service Director, North Oaks Health System
Objectives:
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: Lunch
12:45 pm - 2:00 pm: Recent Legislation Hot Topics
Speaker:
Representative Michael Melerine
District 6
2:00 pm - 2:15 pm: Break
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm: Revitalizing Teams: Seamless Onboarding for New and Returning Employees Post Workers' Comp Injury
This presentation offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the onboarding process for new hires and employees returning to work after a worker's compensation injury. Through practical strategies and best practices, attendees will gain insights into tailoring onboarding experiences to individual needs, fostering a culture of inclusivity, and maximizing productivity.
Speakers:
Brett Moreau
Abbeville General Hospital
Brittany Bordelon
Abbeville General Hospital
Objectives:
3:15 pm - 3:30 pm: Closing and Evaluations
LHA Trust Funds members may attend the Workers' Compensation Symposium for free.
Non-members are also welcome to attend for a $495 fee.
Please contact LHA Trust Funds if you have a disability that may require special accommodations for this educational opportunity. LHA Trust Funds is committed to ensuring full accessibility for all registrants.
Patient Safety Officer, Abbeville General Hospital
Brittany Bordelon, a dedicated professional, was born and raised in the heart of Louisiana.
Learn MoreClinical IT Educator, Abbeville General Hospital
Brett A. Moreau currently serves as a Clinical Nurse and Clinical IT Educator at Abbeville General Hospital.
Learn MoreNational Account Manager, WorkStrategies
Brett has been an Occupational Therapist for 26 years and has treated in a variety of settings.
Learn MorePresident, Reimbursement Consultants, Inc.
Lisa M. Gillespie, President, has been employed with Reimbursement Consultants, Inc. since 1995.
Learn MoreConsultant, Reimbursement Consultants, Inc.
Lori G. Colley has been employed with Reimbursement Consultants, Inc. since 1998.
Learn MoreHuman Resources Director, North Oaks Health System
Tracy Pettigrew oversees all aspects of Human Resources at North Oaks Health System.
Learn MoreRepresentative, District 6, Louisiana House of Representatives
Michael Melerine represents District 6 in the Louisiana House of Representatives.
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