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