Why Participate?
- The Employee Benefit of having a Registered Professional Nurse Case Manager to guide and direct you through the Workers’ Compensation and Health care system.
- New York State has the 3rd highest workers’ comp costs in the country, nearly 150% above the national median.
- Taxes and Workers’ Compensation costs are listed as number 1 and 2 reasons for closing plants and moving jobs out of New York.
- The UHS Model has achieved outstanding success at reducing expenses for employers, i.e. fewer litigated claims, reduced lost time cases, and lowered workers’ comp premiums.
UHS News
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Extreme Heat: Where to keep cool in your communityJuly 15, 2024For many people, warm weather is a time for fun-filled outdoor activities. However, hot weather and outdoor activities don’t always mix well, especially during periods of extreme heat. Extreme heat can cause people to suffer from heat-related illness, and even death. People suffer heat-related illness when their bodies are unable to properly cool themselves.
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Take precautions to avoid getting Lyme diseaseJuly 15, 2024If you plan to spend more time outdoors this summer, please be aware of ticks. These parasites are known to carry Lyme disease, particularly in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic and upper Midwest areas. Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii (found only in the upper Midwest).
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Helipad at new UHS Wilson Main Tower plays key role in fast trauma careJuly 12, 2024A critical component of UHS’ ability to provide top-quality trauma care to the Southern Tier community is the new helipad atop Wilson Main Tower at UHS Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City.
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UHS partners with Curae to offer flexible payment optionJuly 11, 2024If you are looking for an affordable payment option, we can help. UHS has partnered with Curae to bring financing options to our patients.