10 Top Benefits of Return to Work Programs

We all know there is a huge cost-savings when implementing a Return to Work Program, but there are other benefits as well. Here are a few: 1 – Employees stay physically conditioned. 2- Recovery time is reduced. 3- Indemnity payments are lower and claims are less expensive. 4- Fewer attorneys become involved. 5- Employees aren't afraid of reinjury if the return gradually. 6- Permanency awards are likely to be lower. 7- Employees maintain marketable employment skills. 8- Employees' daily routine continues to include a regular work routine and maintain their identity as employees. 9- There is a lower likelihood that injured employee will become clinically depressed. A high percentage of workers who are out of the workplace become clinically depressed. Clinical depression is often a component of pain syndrome. 10- Lower retraining costs for replacement staff. For more cost-saving tips go to WC Cost Reduction Tips. Show the cost savings with the Transitional Duty Calculator. Workers' Comp Kit^® is a web-based online Assessment, Benchmarking and Cost Containment system for employers. Do not use this information without independent verification. All state laws are different. Consult with your corporate legal counsel before implementing any cost containment programs. ©2008 Amaxx Risk Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law. If you would like permission to reprint this material, contact Info@WorkersCompKit.com