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agency projects

Calculator Application The Commission launched a new calculator application in 2015 to assist customers in calculating benefits under the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Act. These calculators run entirely in the browser, eliminating the need for users to download updates.

The Tool Tips feature provides users with helpful tips while using the calculators.

Calculators Included

Basic Benefit

Multiple Period

Lump Sum

Interest

Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)

Streamlined Automation

The Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Compliance Department implemented a critical update in the claims processing system to accept a new maintenance type code (MTC), Change in Benefit type (CB). The newMTC code of “CB” is used to change the benefit type that is being paid to the claimant when there is no gap in time when switching from one benefit type to another. This update keeps the Commission in compliance with the International Association of Industrial Accident Boards and Commissions (IAIABC) EDI standard. The technology platform of the Commission’s claims processing system was upgraded in 2015, resulting in improved performance and search options, while allowing for future technology benefits. Claims System Upgrade

technology

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Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission | 2015 Annual Report