Suggested Audience
Medical Providers, Nurse Case Managers, Adjusters
Moderator
- Jim Talmage, Assistant Medical Director, Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation
Presenter
- Les Kertay, Ph.D., Owner & President, Dr. Les Kertay & Associates, LLC
Session Description
Tennessee Workers’ Compensation laws restrict coverage to a specific definition of mental injuries. A psychology specialist will explain the implications of these laws, including the present assessment and issues related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), treatment options, and return-to-work. As time permits, he may also delve into the impact of mental illness on many of the poor results for physical injuries that can be traced to pre-existing, concomitant or developing mental health conditions. Learning Objectives:
- Understand the medical implications of the definition of mental injuries.
- Assess the conditions that might accompany that injury.
- Explain how it impacts treatment and results.
Up Next: Networking Break (Visit Exhibitors next door) then Breakout Sessions at 9:30 AM