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Workers' Compensation Advisory Council Meeting via WebEx - 1/14/2026

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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

    Roll Call

ACTION ITEMS:

     Minutes – December 10, 2025
     FY25 WCAC Annual Report
     Draft correspondence - Impartial physician rate revision and workers' compensation medical reimbursement fees

DIA UPDATES:

     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

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S UPDATE:

FY’ 25 WCAC Annual Report
Legislation

Contact Director Maureen O'Connell at Maureen.OConnell@mass.gov for the WebEx link.

Next Meeting: Tentatively scheduled for February 11, 2026.

Additional Resources

Open PDF file, 445.91 KB,  WCAC Meeting Agenda January 14, 2026 (English, PDF 445.91 KB)

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