When accidents happen in the workplace, it's crucial to do the right thing for your employees. While it may seem like sending them to the emergency department is the safest option, the truth is that many workplace injuries can be treated faster and more affordably at The Occupational Health Center (OHC).
Over the past year, an astounding 66% of workplace injuries treated at Chester County Hospital's Emergency Department could have been addressed more efficiently at the OHC. As your trusted partner in Occupational Medicine, we are here to help you triage accidents and determine the best course of action.
At the OHC, we specialize in providing urgent care exclusively for workplace injuries. Whether it's sutures, strains, or fractures, our dedicated facilities are equipped to handle common workplace injuries promptly and effectively. By opting for the OHC, your team members can receive expedited treatment and have their Workers’ Compensation Insurance cases expertly managed, all at a fraction of the cost.
Let’s compare the cost of a simple suture that is treated in the Emergency Department versus the OHC. Consider the cost of a simple suture, for instance. In the emergency department, the price for suturing a wound measuring 2.5 cm or smaller is set by the State of Pennsylvania at a staggering $2091. However, at the OHC, the same procedure costs $205.64. While your Workers' Compensation Insurance should cover both bills, it's essential to keep in mind the long-term implications. Insurance providers assess premiums based on various factors, including the cost of Workers' Compensation Injury benefits, which encompasses medical care, and the duration of employee absence. By choosing the OHC, you can treat your employees at just a tenth of the cost incurred by going to the Emergency Department, ultimately influencing your insurance rates positively.
In addition to cost savings, we understand the intricacies of return-to-work procedures. Our experienced team can assess whether your employees are capable of modified or full-duty work, enabling a faster and smoother transition back to their roles. By implementing modified work arrangements, you can significantly reduce both the time taken to treat an injury and the overall cost of the accident. Moreover, properly addressing workplace injuries at the OHC contributes to alleviating the volume in our Emergency Department, resulting in lower wait times for everyone.
We invite you to partner with The Occupational Health Center for comprehensive workplace injury care. Our expertise in Occupational Medicine allows us to effectively triage accidents, provide swift and cost-effective treatment, streamline Workers’ Compensation Insurance processes, and ultimately reduce costs and wait times in the Emergency Department. Together, we can prioritize the well-being of your employees while optimizing the efficiency of your organization.
If you would like to learn more about our services at The Occupational Health Center at Chester County Hospital, please contact us.