ODG by MCG

05/28/2026

When providers, payers, and injured workers aren’t aligned on the “why” behind care decisions, confusion and frustration follow. Clear, evidence-based communication helps build trust, improve outcomes, and support more consistent care delivery. This article from Clinical Compensation Consultants explores why better conversations (not less scientific evidence) are the key to moving care delivery and forward:

Poor communication around treatment denials can derail a workers’ comp claim fast. Here’s how adjusters can explain evidence-based care more clearly, reduce frustration, and help keep claims moving forward.

05/13/2026

Managing auto injury claims is becoming more complex, and having the right evidence-based tools can make all the difference.

Join ODG by MCG Senior Product Owner, CJ Hallas, for our upcoming June 9th webinar, "Intro to ODG for Auto Injury," to see how hashtag organizations are using commercial health claims data, state fee schedules, and automated bill review tools to drive smarter claims decisions, improve efficiency, and better manage costs. Whether you’re an adjuster, hashtag , or industry leader looking to modernize your workflows, this session will provide practical insights on leveraging data and hashtag to manage auto liability claims proactively. Register here: https://info.mcg.com/odg-webinar-intro-to-auto.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=odg-auto&utm_content=wbr-odg-2026-auto

05/06/2026

This (May 6–12), ODG by MCG proudly joins the American Nurses Association in celebrating the incredible impact of professionals everywhere. We are especially grateful to those on the ODG team (see some of them in the pic below). This year’s theme, “The Power of Nurses,” recognizes the essential role play in shaping patient care, strengthening communities, and advancing every day. Thank you for the knowledge, empathy, and commitment you bring to your work and to the greater MCG Health mission. To all nurses: your impact is immeasurable, and your care does not go unnoticed. 🙌

04/22/2026

In ODG by MCG's latest white paper, this. Allison MacLennan, MD, Physician Editor at MCG Health, and Troy J. Prevot, MBA, PA-C, Associate Vice President of Strategic Solutions and Regulatory Affairs at ODG, explore how clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) provide a structured foundation for care while still requiring thoughtful interpretation to address each injured worker’s unique needs. From initial diagnosis through planning, the paper outlines how aligning guideline recommendations with real-world clinical judgment improves decision-making, supports defensible care, and enhances collaboration between providers and professionals. Download the white paper here: https://info.mcg.com/odg-white-paper-aligning-best-practice.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=odg-wc&utm_content=wp-odg-aligning-best-practice

04/14/2026

professionals - are you making the most of your clinical and claims data? Join ODG's upcoming webinar for a practical introduction to ODG for Workers’ Compensation. This is the industry’s leading resource for evidence-based treatment guidelines, formulary management, and return-to-work strategies. In just one session, you’ll learn how to:

✔ Set clearer expectations and improve health outcomes
✔ Leverage evidence-based guidelines to support faster, more consistent decisions
✔ Use to project costs, optimize reserving, and demonstrate savings
✔ Streamline workflows with tools designed for real-world claims challenges

Whether you're a claims , , or clinical professional, this is a great opportunity to strengthen decision-making and drive better claim outcomes. Register for our May 6th webinar here: https://info.mcg.com/odg-webinar-intro-wc.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=odg-wc&utm_content=wbr-odg-2026-wc

02/19/2026

What makes ODG by MCG solutions so effective? It starts with a transparent, evidence-based methodology built on the latest medical research, clinical expertise, and real-world data. Our approach empowers , , and government professionals with trusted guidance that drives quality outcomes in , , and auto injury cases. You can learn more about our globally ranked methodology here: https://www.mcg.com/odg/solutions/the-odg-advantage/methodology/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=odg-wc

01/14/2026

ODG by MCG Director of Product Management, Pamela Bloom-Pugliese, RN, BSN, MBA, and Associate Vice President for Strategic Solutions & Regulatory Affairs, Troy J. Prevot MBA PA-C ATC, have published a new white paper that discusses why anchoring and decisions in evidence-based medicine improves safety, consistency, and defensibility—while still allowing to add meaningful value. As organizations increasingly use analytics to forecast risk and prioritize interventions, relying solely on historical claims data can unintentionally reinforce bias and non-clinical influences. For this reason, evidence-based medicine (EBM) and diagnosis-specific disability duration guidelines must come first. You can download the white paper here: https://info.mcg.com/odg-white-paper-evidence-first.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=odg-wc&utm_content=wp-odg-evidence-first

01/08/2026

Register for ODG by MCG's next webinar (Jan. 28, 2026) where CEO & Founder of Ascend Occupational Medicine Consulting, Leslie Cadet, MD, MPH, QME, will join ODG Sr. Account Executive, Suzanne Swirsky, to discuss the evidence-based ODG Treatment Guidelines and how they can be used generate realistic RTW timelines, guide treating providers, and help claims stay on track. Attendees will learn how to turn ODG’s timelines into actionable conversations, reduce unnecessary work disability, and create a predictable path forward for employers and risk managers. Register today: https://info.mcg.com/odg-webinar-ascend.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=odg-wc&utm_content=wbr-odg-2026-ascend

11/10/2025

Risk & Insurance has published an insightful article on how strategic DME implementation is transforming recovery outcomes in . The article highlights how tools like ODG by MCG can foster productive provider dialogue and build structured frameworks for injury management — helping move beyond checklists to meaningful, evidence-based decisions that improve both outcomes and cost efficiency. This is worth a read for anyone involved in , recovery, or :

An industry expert reveals emerging trends and decision-making frameworks that are reshaping durable medical equipment utilization in workers' compensation claims.

11/06/2025

Join us on Dec. 4, 2025, for an insightful webinar with expert, Troy J. Prevot, MBA, PA-C, ATC, Director of Strategic Solutions at ODG by MCG. In this session, he will explore how claim statistics can provide powerful insights into injury prevention and reveal strategies that strengthen organizational health—both physically and financially. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how data-driven prevention can enhance and stability. Register now: https://info.mcg.com/odg-webinar-data-analytics.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=wbr-odg-2025-data-analytics