This quarter, VRSA recognizes the Town of Wytheville as one of more than 100 members to make the Gold Star List. The list is reported quarterly to recognize members who have reported their workers’ compensation claims within three days of injury. Making the Gold Star List signifies that a member is not only reporting but also treating employees in a timely manner from the date of their injury.
“Getting this award tells me we are at least doing things right – we are taking care of employees, [which is the] number one goal we have to do,” said Christopher Slemp, interim manager for the town.
Timely reporting and treatment help make things go right for both the injured employee – with quicker treatment – and their employer – with fewer staff absences as a result of injury.
“We’re getting people the appropriate care – there’s no delay – if they need to get to a specialist, we jump on it as fast as we can,” said Slemp.
- For the injured employee, it results in quicker access to treatment.
- For the member, it results in treated employees returning to work more quickly, increasing productivity and morale in the workplace.
- It allows our claims staff to establish communication with the injured employee quickly, assuring them that we are aware of their injury and ensuring they receive care.
Timely reporting not only keeps costs down but also helps injured employees begin their recovery process sooner.
Members recognized for timely reporting this quarter can be found here. If you have questions about the Gold Star List, contact your workers’ compensation claims adjuster at 800-963-6800.