The 5 Benefits of Beacon Mutual's Preferred Provider Network

Did you know that Beacon Mutual has a Preferred Provider Network (PPN) in Rhode Island?  We have approved a list of physicians and other healthcare providers who have been vetted for their experience in the care and treatment of work-related injuries.  While injured workers in Rhode Island have the right to choose their initial healthcare provider, there are several reasons why an employer will want to recommend the Beacon Mutual PPN to their employees for workers' compensation injuries.

Why Choose a PPN for Workplace Injury:

• Quicker access to care. 
  
  
• High-quality care.   Providers specialize in the treatment of work-related injuries, which helps to ensure that injured workers receive high-quality care that will help employees stay at work or return to work at the earliest opportunity. These healthcare providers are specially trained to diagnose and treat work-related injuries and illnesses by understanding the specific risks and hazards associated with different occupations.
• Better follow-up care. The PPN providers are more likely to provide follow-up care for work-related injuries to ensure they are on track for a strong recovery. They understand the importance of clearing the injured worker for modified duty work when they are ready. When a Rhode Island injured worker wishes or needs to change health care providers from the initial treating physician, they must select one from the Beacon Mutual PPN.
• Lower cost. Engaging a PPN specialist in the care of the injured worker facilitates earlier appointments, cuts down on waiting times for appointments, and allows for faster access to other medical services such as diagnostic testing, therapy, and medical equipment. 
  
• Efficiency.  PPN medical providers typically have a more streamlined process for processing workers' compensation claims. They have a deep understanding of the RI workers' compensation system, which allows them to easily navigate the injured workers through the rehabilitation process. This can help to speed up the time it takes for injured workers to receive the care they need, leading to a quicker return to work. 

Beacon's Stay-at-Work/Return-to-Work Program

This article is the third article in the three-part blog series on Beacon's innovative Stay-at-Work/Return-to-Work Program!

Part I: Prompt Injury Reporting for a Safer & More Efficient Workplace

Part II: Modified Duty: A Win-Win for Injured Workers and Employers

We're committed to providing you with insights and solutions that ensure a safer, more efficient, and prosperous workplace. So, stay with us as we unravel the full spectrum of our Stay-at-Work/Return-to-Work Program and how it can benefit your organization!

To learn more about developing a Stay-at-Work/Return-to-Work Program at your workplace, you can read about the program in more detail, register for an upcoming workshop about the program, or contact us.