Workers' Compensation Advisory Council Meeting via WebEx - 11/12/2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Overview

The Workers' Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC) plays an important role in making sure the Massachusetts workers' compensation system runs efficiently and effectively. We monitor and make recommendations on workers' compensation bills, and report on all aspects of the workers' compensation system.

CHAIR WELCOME
 
     Guest Speaker – Stefanos Kales, MD

DIA UPDATE

   Director’s Update – Sheri Bowles, Director
   Judicial Update - Senior Judge Omar Hernández, Senior Judge
                  Conference | Hearing | Reviewing Board Queue
                  Impartial Medical Exams | Physicians
   Vital Statistics - Bill Taupier, Director of Administration
                   Cases Filed with DIA
                   Enforcement and Compliance
                   Workers’ Compensation Trust Fund
                   Personnel Update

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S UPDATE

   FY’ 25 WCAC Annual Report
   Legislation
   
ACTION ITEMS

   Minutes – August 6, 2025
   Minutes - September 22, 2025

▪ MISCELLANEOUS:

  Discussion: Impartial Medical Fees & Workers’ Compensation Medical Reimbursement Rates

Next Meeting: Tentatively scheduled for December 10, 2025

Contact Director Maureen O'Connell (Maureen.OConnell@mass.gov) to obtain the WebEx link. 

Agenda

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