2026 Sponsor and Exhibitor Directory

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

 

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Aafedt, Forde, Gray, Monson, & Hager, P.A
920 Second Ave. South, #1400
Minneapolis, MN 55402
www.aafedt.com
Katie H. Storms | (612) 312-3264 | kstorms@aafedt.com
Rooted in tradition and built on a foundation of excellence, Aafedt, Forde, Gray, Monson & Hager, P.A. is recognized as a leading force in workers’ compensation and insurance defense law. Our services are tailored to meet the complex needs of our clients—ranging from Fortune 500 companies to local family-owned businesses. Our history reflects our commitment to client-focused solutions; as we look to the future, we are dedicated to maintaining the integrity, trust, and expertise that has defined our legacy.

Absolute Solutions, LLC
2863 W 95th Street, Ste 143
Naperville, IL 60564
www.absolutedx.com
Pete Reible | (630) 802-7717 | pete.reible@absolutedx.com
Absolute Solutions is the region’s leading provider of Diagnostic Radiology Management Services. ABSO provides access to high quality tests (MRI, CT, EMG and many others) at low cost to its clients on a nationwide basis. Our unique scheduling service assists industry professionals, patients, providers and physicians with streamlined diagnostic radiology referrals. We are the company that will take work off your hands and pay you back with savings in both time and money.

Advanced Arm Dynamics of Minnesota, LLC
11671 Fountains Drive, Suite 220
Maple Grove, MN 55369
www.armdynamics.com
Laura Moline | (612) 968-3732 | lmoline@armdynamics.com
Advanced Arm Dynamics helps Wisconsin Employers, case managers, and injured workers achieve faster and more successful return-to-work outcomes through specialized upper extremity care. By providing timely evaluations, advanced technology solutions, customized rehabilitation support, and close collaboration with case managers, physicians and therapy teams, Arm Dynamics helps injured workers regain function, independence, and confidence as quickly as possible. The patient-centered approach can reduce lost workdays, lower overall claim costs, and support safer, more sustainable return to productive employment.

Ametros
PO Box 827
Burlington, MA 01803
www.ametros.com
Courtney Sommesi | (630) 234-5616 | csommesi@ametros.com
At Ametros we are the industry leader in professionally administration of future medical funds. We are a neutral party acting as the custodian of the funds post settlement and protecting all parties in a workers compensation settlement from potential liability. All parties can rest assured knowing the funds are spent appropriately on behalf of the injured worker and they are kept Medicare compliant in the case of a Medicare Set Aside.

Arch Care Consultants
PO Box 831
Cynthiana, KY 41031
www.archcc.com
Sherina Scouler | (859) 420-7665 | sscouler@archcc.com
Servicing Wisconsin with our field and telephonic Case Management services. As well as, IME, UR, Early intervention Programs and more.

Arthur Chapman Kettering Smetak & Pikala, P.A.
811 1st Street, Suite 201
Hudson, WI 54016
www.arthurchapman.com
Susan E. Larson | (715) 808-0514 | selarson@arthurchapman.com
Ken J. Kucinski | (612) 375-5993 | kjkucinski@arthurchapman.com
Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A. delivers top-tier legal expertise with down-to-earth character. We provide expert worker’s compensation, civil, and business litigation counsel without ego or pretense. With 50 attorneys, we offer big-firm knowledge and results with the agility and camaraderie of a smaller practice.
Good Litigators | Good People | Good Counsel

Athletico Physical Therapy
2122 York Road, Ste. 300
Oak Brook, IL 60523
www.athletico.com
Scott Law | (414) 736-1259 | scott.law@athletico.com
Athletico is celebrating its 34th year as a best-in-class provider of outpatient Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Work Conditioning and Functional Capacity Evaluations. We also offer comprehensive workforce safety solutions to employers. Athletico has 900 clinics in 24 states and is part of the MedRisk, One Call Care Management, Optum Work Comp & Auto, HOMELINK, Bardavon and Corvel Physical Therapy Networks.
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Barranco Legal, ltd
7700 W. Bluemound Road
Wauwautosa, WI 53213
www.barrancolegal.com
Susan Barranco | (414) 775-7747 | susan@barrancolegal.comm
Barranco Legal, ltd., is a woman-owned and operated boutique law firm based in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, serving and defending businesses and their insurance carriers and administrators throughout the state of Wisconsin. Our clients receive sophisticated, detail-oriented work product and are counseled to simplify and demystify every step of the legal process across a variety of claims, including: workers’ compensation litigation; unreasonable refusal to rehire penalty disputes under § 102.35(3); subrogation actions under § 102.29; employer safety violations under § 102.57; duty disability actions; Wisconsin DWD Health Cost Disputes; and Medicare Secondary Payer Act compliance. The firm is run by Susan V. Barranco, an attorney licensed to practice in Wisconsin and Illinois who has over a decade of experience handling hundreds of litigated matters from start to conclusion. In addition, Susan is an adjunct professor at Marquette University Law School, where she teaches the workers’ compensation course. Before starting her own practice, Susan spent over 11 years with one of the largest insurance defense litigation firms in the Midwest, rising to shareholder. In that time, she opened and served as the managing partner for the firm’s branch office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, while maintaining a full case load and delivering results for clients. Susan defended around 500 cases personally while overseeing countless more in her role mentoring several young associate attorneys.

Bright Line Investigations LLC
1408 Strongs Ave, P.O. Box 656
Stevens Point, WI 54481
www.brightlineinvestigations.com
Valerie Gargas | (888) 407-7380 | valerie@brightlineinvestigations.com
Bright Line Investigations LLC provides professional workers’ compensation surveillance, field investigations, witness interviews, social media investigations, background investigations, activity checks, recorded statements, process service, and intelligence support throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. Our agency combines regional coverage with local field experience, allowing carriers, TPAs, employers, attorneys, nurse case managers, and claims professionals to obtain responsive investigative support from investigators familiar with Wisconsin communities, courts, weather, travel conditions, and operational realities. We focus on timely communication, professional reporting, quality video evidence, operational discretion, and practical field experience that helps claims professionals evaluate exposure, identify fraud concerns, verify claimant activity, support litigation strategy, and assist with efficient claim resolution. Bright Line Investigations also maintains regional and national investigative partnerships, allowing us to coordinate broader intelligence, locate services, and specialized investigative support when complex or multi-jurisdictional matters arise.

Brown & Carlson
300 US Highway 169 S, Ste. 500
Minneapolis, MN 55426
www.brownandcarlson.com
Tim Torreson | (763) 591-9950 | ttorreson@brownandcarlson.com
Brown & Carlson is an AV rated firm by Martindale-Hubbell, representing their highest nationwide peer review ratings for both ethical standards and legal ability. We partner with our clients to achieve their business goals in the defense of Workers’ Compensation Claims. Our success as a law firm is evidenced by our extensive client list and high level of repeat referrals. We create an unrivaled attorney-client experience, which results in long-term relationships. We recruit and retain individuals that share our professional philosophies, values, and work ethic and are considered industry leaders.
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Carisk Partners – Payment Integrity and HeadsUp Healthcare
www.cariskpartners.com
Payment Integrity | Sally Cash | (815) 687-4285 | sally.cash@cariskpartners.com
HeadsUp Healthcare | Autumn Oldfield | (317) 730-0241 | autumn.oldfield@headsupcare.com
Carisk Partners and HeadsUp Healthcare have joined forces to redefine specialty risk transfer and managed care solutions in workers’ compensation. Carisk Partners, with over two decades of expertise, specializes in transforming the patient experience through fully integrated, innovative solutions that address physical and behavioral challenges. HeadsUp Healthcare brings a patient-first approach to managing above-the-neck injuries, delivering rapid access to clinical specialties and exceptional service. Together, Carisk and HeadsUp provide a seamless, end-to-end care coordination experience that optimizes recovery outcomes and enhances patient well-being. For more information, visit CariskPartners.com or HeadsUpCare.com.

Charles Taylor
15800 W Bluemound Road, Suite 250
Brookfield, WI 53005
www.aegis-corporation.com
John Gutierrez | (262) 230-1079 | john.gutierrez@charlestaylor.com
Charles Taylor combines the scale and expertise of a nationwide firm with the personalized attention clients expect in workers’ compensation. We deliver tailored claims management and risk mitigation strategies that address the unique challenges of each employer, ensuring efficient, cost-effective solutions backed by deep industry expertise.

Guardian Managed Care Solutions is the wholly owned managed care division of Charles Taylor TPA, and is a leading provider of workers compensation managed care and cost containment solutions focused on delivering better outcomes for injured workers and increased cost savings for our clients. Solutions include field case management, telephonic case management, bill review, nurse triage, utilization review, vocational rehabilitation, and return to work services. For more information, please visit our website at: www.guardianmcs.com.


CompCare Resources
PO Box 4048
Naperville, IL 60567
www.compcareresources.com
Maria Uminski | (815) 254-6566 | maria@compcareresources.com
CompCare is a national, leading low cost provider of electrotherapy products and supplies. With a proven track record and satisfied customers, CompCare is now pleased to expand its offering to include rehabilitative products and accessories.

CompIQ
2027 Shasta Ave
Grafton, WI 53024
www.compiqsolutions.com
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Amy Oelke | (414) 416-9105 | amy.oelke@compiq.com
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ConservCare Inc.
8529 SouthPark Circle, Suite 250
Orlando, FL 32819
www.conservcare.net
Marc Libants | (616) 292-5530 | libants@gmail.com
Coordinating services is what we specialize in! Our attention to detail and sense of urgency gives our customers the time to focus on the other aspects of the file. Once ConservCare has the referral, consider it done! Whether you email, FAX, call or utilize our online referral options, we make the process quick and efficient. We arrange for the provision of care, equipment, medications, medical supplies, and just about anything else the injured worker may require. Also, we know that being kept up to date on a file is not just important but a necessity. Utilizing us for all the ancillary services ensures that this information is always available and you are always informed.

CORA Physical Therapy
5024 Green Bay Road
Kenosha, WI 53144
www.corahealth.com
Taunia May | (312) 720-8177 | tmay@corahealth.com
CORA Physical Therapy’s WorkTracks program is designed to keep employees safe, healthy, and productive both on and off the job. By combining injury prevention, ergonomics, early intervention, rehabilitation, and return-to-work strategies, our WorkTracks program offers a comprehensive approach to workforce health. The program partners with employers to reduce workplace injuries, lower healthcare costs, and improve overall employee well-being, while also providing clear communication and documentation throughout the recovery process. With CORA’s clinical expertise and employer-focused solutions, our WorkTracks program supports organizations in building a safer workplace and helping employees return to work stronger and faster.

All patients are seen within 24-48 hours. Walk-ins are welcome!


CorVel Corporation
N19 W24133 Riverwood Dr. Suite 150
Waukesha, WI 53188
www.corvel.com
Caroline Ward-Knaiz | (262) 263-9555 | Caroline_Ward-Kniaz@CorVel.com
Melissa Michael | (952) 529-5787 |Melissa_Michael@corvel.com
Sara Curtis | Sara_Curtis@corvel.com
CorVel Corporation is a national provider of leading-edge healthcare management and claims solutions for workers’ compensation insurance markets. Our clients include employers, insurance companies, TPAs and government entities. CorVel offers a national network of preferred healthcare providers, medical bill review, patient management programs and a total claims solution through Enterprise Comp. Leveraging our commitment to customized service, quality care and technology, CorVel’s programs are delivered nationwide. We deliver innovative, tailored solutions to manage risk and keep our customers ahead of their costs.

Custom Case Management
500 North Randall Road, #266
Batavia, IL 60510
www.customcasemanagement.com
Keri Brzeczek | (815) 886-6333 | kbrzeczek@customcasemanagement.com
Custom Case Management provides medical case management and claims-resolution services to employers and insurance companies throughout Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. With a dedicated team of knowledgeable nurse case managers, we have the clinical expertise and processes to identify and overcome hidden barriers to claims resolution which save our clients both time and money. Our reputation and raving client reviews are a testament to the experience and value we provide.
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Dane Street
7111 Fairway Drive
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
www.danestreet.com
Allison Scardino, MBA-Executive Vice President of US IME Sales | (262) 955-9785 | ascardino@danestreet.com
Mike Hendricks, Managing Director/National Sales Director | (608) 633-6910 | mhendricks@danestreet.com
Tony Maffin, Sales Director | (515) 867-6961 | amaffin@danestreet.com
At Dane Street, we don’t just deliver Independent Medical Examinations, we deliver confidence. Trusted by insurers, TPAs, defense attorneys, managed care organizations, and government agencies coast to coast, we’ve built our reputation on speed, accuracy and service that goes the extra mile.

What sets us apart? Our tenured team of experts, industry-leading turnaround times, and relentless focus on quality. Our privately held ownership vision is consistently raising the bar for the customer experience, which fuels us daily. Since 2008, our clients have relied on our efficient processes and clinical excellence to support smarter decisions, faster resolutions and better claims outcomes.

Dane Street is a proud supporter of Folds of Honor Boston, Kids’ Chance of America, and the Alliance of Women in Workers’ Compensation


DataCare
992 S. De Anza Blvd
San Jose, CA 95129
www.datacare.com
Jeff Ellis | (408) 200-2675 ext. 207 | jellis@datacare.com
DataCare’s case management platform helps the Wisconsin workers’ compensation industry improve efficiency, compliance, and care coordination. By centralizing all case information in a secure, cloud-based system, case managers gain real-time access to medical records, treatment plans, and communication tools that reduce delays and eliminate duplication of effort. Automated workflows and AI document tools further streamline reporting and documentation, freeing case managers to focus more on guiding injured workers through recovery.

With proven success in lowering administrative costs and improving turnaround times for organizations across the country, DataCare is positioned to help Wisconsin case management teams deliver faster, more accurate decisions that support better outcomes for injured workers and reduce overall system costs.


DigiStream Investigations
307 S Main Street
Lombard, IL 60016
www.digistream.com
Christine Bunting | (815) 608-0608 | cbunting@digistream.com
DigiStream was founded in 2001 as a firm focused exclusively on surveillance. Painstaking time and resources were dedicated to the perfection of the trade through technology, equipment, and investigator training. As such, DigiStream has set itself apart from the crowd through company-owned and monitored vehicles, flat-fee pricing, and a policy of not closing the file simply because the requested assignment was completed. All surveillance includes our “Next Day Video™” updates. On every single case that we work for you, we send you an email within 24 hours of working the surveillance that includes a link to view video of your claimant the very next day after it is obtained.

Doctors of Physical Therapy
24014 W Renwick Rd, Suite 206
Plainfield, IL 60544
www.drsofpt.com
Donna Hanetho | (847) 370-6372 | dhanetho@drsofpt.com
Get back to doing what you love!
At DPT, every visit matters; every moment creates an opportunity. Our expert clinicians listen to your concerns and your goals. Working together, we’ll create a treatment plan that works for you in your life. With convenient locations throughout the Midwest, we help you get better, faster!
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Emperion-IME
6 S Chase Ave
Lombard, IL 60148
www.emperion.com
Ruthann Janis | (630) 877-3484 | ruthann.janis@emperion.com
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Enlyte
8944 S Red Wing Dr.
Franklin, WI 53132
www.enlyte.com
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David Halverson | (262) 347-8405 | David.halverson@genexservices.com
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ExamWorks
199 East Badger Road, Suite 150
Madison, WI 53713
(888) 588-9292
www.examworks.com
Patti Schaetz | (920) 470-5133 | patti.schaetz@examworks.com
ExamWorks Group, Inc. is a leading provider of independent medical examinations, peer reviews, bill reviews, Medicare compliance, case management, record retrieval, document management and related services. Our clients include property and casualty insurance carriers, law firms, third-party claim administrators and government agencies that use independent services to confirm the veracity of claims by sick or injured individuals under automotive, disability, liability and workers’ compensation insurance coverages. We help our clients in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia manage costs and enhance their risk management processes by verifying the validity of claims, identifying fraud and providing fast, efficient and quality IME services.
ExamWorks is a proud sponsor of Kids Chance of America and Kid’s Chance of Wisconsin. ExamWorks is also a National sponsor for the Alliance of Women in Workers’ Compensation.

ExamWorks Compliance Solutions
1424 North Brown Road, Suite 100
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
www.examworkscompliance.com
Rachel Miller | (517) 259-0169 | rachel.miller@examworkscompliance.com
ExamWorks Compliance Solutions is an expert partner, collaborating with clients to develop and implement customer-specific Medicare Secondary Payer compliance and reporting solutions. From a comprehensive array of Medicare Set-Aside options completed by our in-house Certified Life Care Planners and on-staff Doctors of Pharmacy to our powerful Conditional Payment, Outcome Management and Section 111 Reporting services, ECS works with Insurance Carriers, Third Party Administrators, Defense Attorneys, Self-Insured Employers and Funds to provide custom solutions for every stage of the Medicare compliance journey. To watch the video on our website, click here.
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Fitch Johnson Larson, P.A.
2355 Highway 36 West, Suite 300
Roseville, MN 55113
www.fitchjohnson.com
Lisa Truitt | (414) 279-9728 | ltruitt@fitchjohnson.com
Fitch Johnson Larson, P.A. is a worker’s compensation defense firm with attorneys located in Wisconsin and Minnesota. We have been providing top-tier legal representation to employers, insurers, and third party administrators throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota for over 40 years. Many of our attorneys are dual-licensed, allowing us to provide our clients with unique perspectives and solutions to even the most complex worker’s compensation claims. We pride ourselves on efficiency and prompt, straight-forward communication, so our clients are never left in the dark about the status of a claim. When you work with Fitch Johnson Larson, you can expect nothing short of excellence.

Frasco Investigative Services
1 Mid America Plaza, 3rd Floor
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
www.frasco.com
Kevin Wujciga | (877) 372-7261 | kwujciga@frasco.com
Frasco® Investigative Services is a full-service investigation corporation, specializing in all areas of insurance defense, including AOE/COE, surveillance, statements & interviews, activities checks, clinic audits, liability, trial prep and fraud. With Frasco’s interactive website, you can assign online, review reports and view surveillance videotape. Established in 1964, Frasco is an industry leader in both stability and longevity with strategically located offices throughout the U.S. Frasco brings over 60 years of industry expertise in conducting insurance and commercial investigations.
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Georgantas Claims Services
1770 S. Randall Road #A150
Geneva, IL 60134
www.gcssiu.com
Anjenette Robinson | (331) 219-5994 | arobinson@georgantasclaims.com
Lisa Fraber | (630) 664-9823 | lfraber@georgantasclaims.com
With over 29 years of experience, Georgantas Claims Service is a nationwide investigative firm dedicated to helping clients mitigate claim exposure across all lines of business—including Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, Auto, and Property. We are fully licensed, or in the process of obtaining licensure, in every state where it is required.

Our mission is to provide clear, objective documentation—particularly when there are indications that a claimant may be misrepresenting their level of activity. We specialize in a wide range of investigative services, including social media investigations, medical canvassing, background checks, surveillance, and more.

Our diverse clientele includes insurance companies, third-party administrators (TPAs), law firms, self-insured entities, municipalities, and trucking companies.

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Hanger Clinic
2086 Miller Parkway
West Milwaukee, WI 53219
www.HangerClinic.com
Kate Bursi | (414) 801-7163 | Kbursi@hanger.com
We provide prosthetics and orthotics to help patients get back to their daily life and work.

HOMELINK/VGM Group
1111 Van Miller Way
Waterloo, IA 50704
www.vgmhomelink.com
Megan Wyatt | (423) 946-7529 | megan.wyatt@vgmhomelink.com
HOMELINK is the largest network of community-based providers with over 15,000 members in all 50 states. Our dedicated associates specialize in home medical equipment, home nursing & IV therapy, PT/OT/ST, transportation/ translation, catastrophic care, home/vehicle modifications, orthotics & prosthetics, pharmacy, and electromedical products. All of our services are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The referral process is as easy as 1-2-3. With just one call to us at 800-482-1993 (Group Health) or 800-571-2943 (Workers’ Compensation), HOMELINK will take care of all your patient needs.
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IMPAXX
300 North Beach Street
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
www.impaxx.com
Steve Reyes | (708) 738-0184 | sreyes@impaxx.com
IMPAXX is one of the nation’s largest Medicare Set-Aside solutions providers with decades of Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) compliance experience that empowers us to offer a variety of innovative solutions to help customers navigate the ever-evolving MSP landscape. From Medicare Set-Asides and Section 111 Reporting Services to Lien Resolution and Professional Administration, our dedicated and knowledgeable team of professionals works with you to create customized options to meet your unique needs.

Innovative Claims Strategies LLC
30 Knightsbridge Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854
www.icstrategies.com
Jennifer Keefe | (570) 441-2211 | marketing@icstrategies.com
ICS is a national company providing customized medical cost containment & technology service programs tailored for the WC, Auto, Liability, Correctional & Disability markets. Our goal is to achieve our client’s objectives to ensure appropriateness and necessity of medical services, while staying on track with compliance & regulatory work process requirements.

Integrity
4800 Olson Memorial Hwy, Suite 250
Minneapolis, MN 55422
www.integrityme.com
Kendra Kail | (262) 744-2271 | kendrak@integrityme.com
Anna Rollins | (763) 923-5578 | annar@integrityme.com
Sara Cervenka | (612) 598-1427 | sarac@integrityme.com
Integrity is a nationally recognized leading provider of independent medical examinations (“IME”), peer reviews and related services. Integrity is a URAC and SOC2 accredited medical legal consulting firm founded to deliver superior quality to our clients every step of the way. Integrity clients include self-insured employers, insurance carriers, managed care organizations and third party administrators.

Interstate Reporting Co., Inc
W178N9912 Rivercrest Drive, Suite 106
Germantown, WI 53022
www.interstatereporting.com
Sandra Leonhard | (262) 251-6590 | sleonhard@interstatereporting.com
Jennifer Tremaine | jtremaine@interstatereporting.com
Interstate Reporting Co., Inc. is a trusted, woman-owned investigative partner for insurance companies, attorneys, government agencies, and private individuals who demand results. We deliver sharp, discreet services—from surveillance and background checks to social media deep-dives, witness interviews, and complex embezzlement cases. Licensed in WI and IL, with national reach, and over 50 years of proven investigative success. Our team is dedicated to uncovering the truth!

Interstate Reporting Co., Inc.’s philosophy is to hire and maintain the best investigators in the industry. We do not use subcontractors. All of our investigators are employees. We provide top-notch investigations that are thorough and accurate. Customer service and satisfaction is our number one goal.

Our Staff has specialized training and certifications including:

  • CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
  • CSI (Certified Surveillance Investigator)
  • CWFI (Certified Welfare Fraud Investigator)
  • David Vine and Associates (Internet Investigations)
  • John E. Reid and Associates (Interviewing and Interrogation)
  • Numerous national and locally sponsored training conferences
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Kasdorf Law Firm
One Park Plaza
11270 West Park Place, 5th Fl.
Milwaukee, WI 53224
www.kasdorf.com
Kristin Bruess | (414) 577-4000 | kbruess@kasdorf.com
Since 1945, Kasdorf, Lewis & Swietlik has earned its reputation for providing experienced legal representation which achieves exceptional results. Our attorneys have always understood the need to provide constructive and innovative legal advice tailored to the needs of the client. Our clients range from individuals and small closely held businesses to Fortune 500 corporations. However, our commitment to each of them is the same – to provide effective legal representation and service based on a mutual respect and understanding of the client’s particular needs and goals.

Krueger Vocational Consulting
PO Box 11711
Milwaukee, WI 53211
www.kruegervocationalconsulting.com
Mandy Krueger | (414) 837-4152 | mandy@kruegervocationalconsulting.com
At Krueger Vocational Services, we strive to provide our clients withy the highest quality service in a timely and accurate manner.

Let us help:

Vocational Assessment Rehabilitation Planning Services

Vocational Expert Testimony

Earning Capacity/Loss of Earning Review

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Lindner & Marsack, S.C.
411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 1800
Milwaukee, WI 53202
www.lindner-marsack.com
Chelsie Springstead | (414) 226-4814 | cspringstead@lindner-marsack.com
Lindner & Marsack is Wisconsin’s pre-eminent management side labor and employment law firm. Our Worker’s Compensation defense practice has consistently provided Wisconsin’s insurers and self-insured employers with aggressive, cost effective representation for many years. We are proud to be a founding member of the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Forum, Inc.
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McCollum Crowley PA
315 E. South Street, Suite B
Rice Lake, WI 54868
www.mccollumlaw.com
Cynthia K. Thurston | (715) 234-2656 | ckt@mccollumlaw.com
Workers’ compensation defense firm with offices in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Colorado. At McCollum Crowley, we deliver value and results by flexibly serving as litigator, corporate counsel, or personal counsel for our clients. We understand that to deliver quality service we must achieve the best possible outcomes in the most cost-effective way.

We judge our results not from our perspective, but from that of our clients. The ongoing loyalty and deep relationships we have developed over the years speak volumes. We judge our success solely on our ability to help clients achieve their personal and business goals. Only when our clients succeed, do we succeed.


McManus & Associates LLC
12700 W. Bluemound Rd., Ste. 130
Elm Grove, WI 53122
www.mil-law.com
Stephen J. McManus | (262) 782-3200 | sjm@workcomp-defense.com
McManus & Associates LLC represents employers, insurance companies, and third party administrators in employment and worker’s compensation matters throughout the State of Wisconsin. Our dedicated team focuses on an innovative and collaborative approach to legal services. We work closely with our clients to achieve timely results.

MDpanel, Crawford Evaluation Group
20855 Watertown Road, Suite 150
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 303-4907
www.mdpanel.com
David Crawford | david.crawford@mdpanel.com
Greg Griffin | greg.griffin@mdpanel.com
MDpanel, a leading medical opinion provider in the United States, is dedicated to being the preferred partner for healthcare professionals, carriers, attorneys, and examinees. Specializing in independent and qualified medical evaluations (IME and QME), MDpanel ensures timely, comprehensive, and easily understandable opinions, supporting the appropriate pathway for all stakeholders.

Medical College of Wisconsin
8701 Watertown Plank Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53226
www.mcw.edu
Mary Jo Widmann | (414) 955-7441 | mwidmann@mcw.edu
SpineCare & Pain Management is a center of excellence dedicated to transdisciplinary, evidence-based approach to the treatment of musculoskeletal spine disorders & associated pain disorders. Our programmatic approach allows for timely and cost-effective treatment. Our physicians are Fellowship trained in spine surgery, physical medicine & rehabilitation and pain management. Additionally we offer chiropractic, physical/occupational therapy & pain psychology services. Our providers & clinic staff are dedicated to meeting the needs of worker’s compensation carriers and patients.

Medical Systems, Inc
7111 West Edgerton Ave
Greenfield, WI 53220
(800) 261-3278
www.medicalsystemsusa.com
Scheduler@MedicalSystemsUSA.com
Keri Wuenstel | Keri@MedicalSystemsUSA.com
Need an expert medical opinion fast? At MSI you can expect a response to your scheduling request within the hour. For the last 33 years, MSI has consistently delivered remarkably fast results; but our exceptional service doesn’t end with scheduling. Once your case is on the schedule, our team seamlessly works to manage its progress throughout the entire process – from records to report QA – assuring you a quality result with minimal effort.

The fact that our largest source of new client referrals has always been loyal MSI clients talking to others about our services says we must be doing something right! The doctors we work with must also value our dedication to doing things right, as many frequently refer their direct clients to us.

We can help you move your case forward today! Contact us at www.MedicalSystemsUSA.com, 1-800-261-3278, or Scheduler@MedicalSystemsUSA.com.


MedRisk
2701 Renaissance Blvd
King of Prussia, PA 19406
www.medrisknet.com
Jennifer Wright | (484) 687-9047 | jwright@medrisknet.com
Bruce Kindy | (321) 695-4823 | bkindy@medrisknet.com
MedRisk is the leader in managed physical rehabilitation for the workers’ compensation industry. Our clinically driven approach ensures high quality care, accelerates time to treatment, reduces costs and promotes return to work. Our referral processes, scheduling, and case coordination minimizes the burden on busy adjusters and case managers, while ensuring effective and efficient care. For more information or to make a referral go to www.medrisknet.com or call 800-225-9675.

MES Solutions
800 Roosevelt Road
Building B, Suite 309
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
www.messolutions.com
Mathew McCatty | (630) 446-1088 | mat.mccatty@mesgroup.com
Ashley Slade | (708) 510-3979 | ashley.slade@mesgroup.com
Medical Evaluation Specialists (MES Solutions or MES) is a premier provider of independent medical examination and peer review services. MES understands the necessity for standards and evidence-based IME and peer review services. These services provide the basis for fair and equitable claims resolution, identifying unnecessary, wasteful and fraudulent expenditures, providing risk mitigation for clients. MES IME Services, Peer Review Services, and Disability Review Services are tailored to meet unique client, statutory, and regulatory requirements. So we build custom workflows, portals, and processes that are aligned with the business requirements of our clients. We honor the fixed cost mind set that makes business predictable. So whatever customization needs to take place is on us.

Milwaukee ER & Hospital
1751 W Layton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53221
www.milwaukeehospital.com
Danielle Martin | (414) 335-2896 | dmartin@milwaukeehospital.com
Milwaukee ER & Hospital is a strong partner for the workers’ compensation community in Wisconsin because we provide fast, accessible care when injuries happen and clear communication throughout the process. Our 24/7 emergency room offers low wait times, helping injured employees get evaluated and treated quickly so employers can minimize downtime. We also offer outpatient imaging including CT, MRI, X-ray, and ultrasound with same day appointments and results for most modalities, which helps move cases forward without delays. From an administrative standpoint, we understand the importance of timely documentation and coordination. Our team works to ensure accurate reporting and is available as a resource for case managers, attorneys, and employers who need guidance on next steps or level of care. We are flexible in working with different payer situations and can offer cost effective options when needed. Overall, we focus on efficiency, accessibility, and a high level of patient experience, making us a reliable option for workers’ comp cases that need quick answers and quality care.

Milwaukee Rehabilitation Hospital
3200 S 103rd St
Milwaukee, WI 53227
www.milwaukee-rehabhospital.com
Erin Saltzmann | (414) 441-0514 | ESaltzmann@milwaukee-rehab.com
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Optimal Recovery
14855 S Van Dyke Rd
Plainfield, IL 60544
www.optimalrecoverynow.com
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Tina Kokkines | (773) 744-1260 | tinak@optimalrecoverynow.com
Excellent boutique nurse case management company and a one of a kind expedited injury recovery program for employers.

Optum
PO Box 289
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
www.workcompauto.optum.com
Paula Andraski | (763) 340-8045 | pandraski@optum.com
Glen A. Boyle, JD | (414) 881-0162 | glen.boyle@optum.com
Optum Workers’ Compensation and Auto No-Fault Solutions collaborates with our clients to lower costs while improving health outcomes for the injured persons we serve. Our programs include pharmacy, ancillary, medical bill review, and PPO network solutions, and combine data, analytics, and extensive clinical expertise with innovative technology so injured persons receive safe, appropriate, and cost-effective care throughout the lifecycle of a claim. For more information, email us at expectmore@optum.com.

OrthoIllinois
5857 East Riverside Blvd
Rockford, IL 61114
www.orthoillinois.com
Bill Coller | (815) 847-7044 | billc@orthoillinois.com
We offer walk-in service for employees with suspected work-related injuries and fast access to orthopedic specialists should specialist intervention be required. Post-accident substance abuse testing is available if required, along with a limited scope of occupational health services. Locations are in Rockford, Elgin, and Algonquin.
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Paradigm – Complex Care Solutions
4009 W 49th St, Ste 201
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
www.paradigmcorp.com
Leigh Freskos | (847) 922-6663 | leigh.freskos@paradigmcorp.com
Paradigm is an accountable specialty care management organization focused on improving the lives of people with complex and catastrophic injuries and diagnoses. The company has been a pioneer in value-based care since 1991 and has an exceptional track record of generating the very best outcomes for patients, payers, and providers. Deep clinical expertise is the foundation for every part of Paradigm’s business, including its risk-based clinical solutions, case management services, high-value specialty networks, home health, and payment integrity programs.

Paradigm is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, with offices across the U.S. For more information, please visit www.paradigmcorp.com


PhotoFax Inc.
44W100 US HWY20
Hampshire, IL 60140
www.photofax.com
Donald Peabody | (847) 683-3724 | dpeabody@photofax.com
Julie Elkins | (847) 683-3724 | jjelkins@photofax.com
Since 1988, PhotoFax has been a national leader in Surveillance, Remote Surveillance, and Investigative Services. Powered by dedicated specialists and top-tier technology, we’re backed by decades of investigative expertise. Our highly reliable solutions create a formidable first line of defense in Workers Compensation, Liability, and Long Term Disability claims.

Pro Spine & Pain, Pain Physicians of Wisconsin
2500 W. Layton Ave., Ste 120
Milwaukee, WI 53221
www.prospinepain.com
Johanna Young | (608) 576-2830 | jyoung@ppwhealth.com
We are an interventional pain management clinic that can provide more information on timely, effective, cost conscious treatment that can help injured workers return to work healthier and sooner.

ProgressiveHealth, LLC
150 N. Rosenberger Avenue
Evansville, IM 47712
www.progressivehealthus.com
Ed Bielawski | (630) 200-5216 | ed.bielawski@progressivehealthus.com
Our comprehensive Employer Solutions are designed to optimize workforce productivity by prioritizing employee health and safety. Our Total Solution targets all underlying cost drivers on both workers’ comp and group health sides of your business with the overall goal of improving the health of your workforce.
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Rising Medical Solutions
325 N LaSalle St., Suite 600
Chicago, IL 60654
www.risingms.com
Sandra Seymour | (815) 312-6832 | sandra.seymour@risingms.com
Rising Medical Solutions is a national managed care firm that provides medical cost containment and medical care management services to the workers’ compensation, auto, liability, and group health markets. Rising’s mission is to “make lives better,” by taking the pain out of the healthcare experience for those providing, receiving, and paying for medical care. The company also directs and publishes the annual Workers’ Compensation Benchmarking Study, a national research program examining the complex forces impacting claims management in workers’ compensation today.
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Search Pros, Inc.
PO Box 29105
Indianapolis, IN 46229
www.search-pros.com
Jeremy Gallagher | (480) 395-9925 | jgallagher@search-pros.com
Search Pros is a leader in the medical canvassing field that is extremely innovative, stable and responsive. We can provide you very quick and accurate results from hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, physicians, imaging centers and more by becoming an extension of your team. For information call (317) 861-8443, email Info@search-pros.com or visit www.search-pros.com.

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
355 E. Erie St.
Chicago, IL 60611
www.sralab.org
Heather King | (773) 850-5943 | hking03@sralab.org
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, formerly the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC), is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions — from traumatic brain and spinal cord injury to stroke, amputation and cancer-related impairment. We have been ranked the “No. 1 Rehabilitation Hospital in America” by U.S. News & World Report every year since 1991. We recognize case managers and claims professionals face real challenges. From finding the best care, to managing long-term costs, to coordinating care across providers, they’re juggling multiple responsibilities every day. Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s team is here to help.

Smart Scan Medical Imaging
3111 W Rawson Ave, Suite 105
Franklin, WI 53132
www.myssmi.com
Kristi Walters | (715) 212-1408 | kwalters@mysmartmedical.com
Stress-Free Service
Our dedicated staff is committed to providing stress-free scheduling, EASY check-in, and same-day appointments. We offer convenient locations to meet life’s demands. We offer SMART patient care that is always centered around YOU.
High-Quality Care
Smart Scan Medical Imaging delivers sub-specialized care in Musculoskeletal, Neuro, and Body MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Brain Mapping & Full Body Scans through collaboration with a group of highly skilled, board-certified radiologists. Our facilities maintain the highest standards in staff training and accreditation with oversight by an accomplished Medical Director.

Stubbe Case Management
14525 Highway 7 Ste#205
Minnetonka, MN 55345
www.stubbe.com
Andrea Kostichka | (262) 933-9049 | akostichka@stubbe.com
Stubbe Case Management is a National Medical and Vocational Case Management firm headquartered in the Midwest. Core Medical Case Management services are in field, catastrophic, telephonic, medical cost projections, certified life care planning and triage services. Vocational services include but not limited to MN QRC services, job placement, computer training, labor market services and transitional return to work programming. Stubbe Case Management is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction. Our hallmark reputation of employee retention, longevity and credibility is the key to enjoying over 36 years of continuous service to our customers. Call Stubbe with your referral 7am-7pm CST.
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The Robison Group
3310 West Big Beaver Road Suite 265
Troy, MI 48084
www.therobisongroup.com
Rick Cyr | (708) 514-2228 | rcyr@therobisongroup.com
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TIG Risk Services
1217 AIrport Road, Suite 417
Destin, FL 32541
www.tig.us
Stephanie Suber | (850) 259-2892 | stephanie@tig.us
TIG Risk Services is a licensed and insured Private Investigative Firm conducting investigations throughout the United States since 1999 specializing in risk management/surveillance with a full SIU & Compliance department and 275 investigators in all 48 contiguous states and Hawaii. TIG Risk Services’ supervisory staff has over 150 years combined experience in the defense of worker’s compensation claims. TIG Risk Services offers experience, accountability, creativity, technology, nationwide coverage and availability 24/7, and results. TIG Risk Services offers internet mining investigations, surveillance, medical canvasses, background investigations, and much more to meet their client’s needs with prompt reporting.

Transcend Services, Inc.
PO Box 232
Hunt Valley, MD 21030
www.transcendservice.com
Michelle Quill Schiffer | (312) 802-9799 | Mquill@transcendservice.com
Transcend specializes in transportation and interpretation services. We offer both national and local coverage. What sets us apart is our nationwide coverage and superb customer service. For the transportation piece we don’t utilize independent drivers/companies such as Uber and Lyft. For the interpretation side we conduct telephonic, on-site and translate documents as well.

Triune Health Group
200 W. 22nd St., Suite 250
Lombard, IL 60148
www.triunehealthgroup.com
Maritza Gamboa | (312) 833-2963 | maritza.gamboa@triunehg.com
We are experts in Health Care Management. TRIUNE Health Group is a mission-driven company whose success comes from improving the lives and business of each person with whom we work. We help people recover more quickly from injuries and illness and restore their ability to return to work. We find people jobs. We help companies succeed by improving productivity and efficiency creating happier work places and improving life balance.
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Verisk
45 Washington Boulevard
Jersey City, NJ 07310
www.verisk.com
Michelle Musso | (225) 335-1593 | Michele.Musso@verisk.com
Tom Waid | (614) 479-5741 | Thomas.Waid@verisk.com
Verisk’s Medicare compliance solutions help insurers navigate the complex landscape of Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) regulations. By providing innovative tools and comprehensive data, Verisk ensures compliance, reduces claim costs, and minimizes risks associated with improper Medicare coordination. These solutions streamline the claims process, enhance accuracy, and enable insurers to focus on delivering quality care.

von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
411 East Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
www.vonbriesen.com
Karen Brunow | (414) 287-1255 | kbrunow@vonbriesen.com
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Woodlake Medical Management
10650 Red Circle Drive, Suite 502
Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343
www.woodlakemedical.com
Jennifer Imig | (952) 253-6605 | Jen.imig@woodlakemedical.com
Woodlake Medical Management is a regional IME company offering clients second-to-none service with an extensive and ever-growing panel of thoroughly vetted and credentialed medical experts. If you want appointments scheduled within 3-4 weeks, reports issued in an average of 4-7 business days, and the most exhaustive and comprehensive quality assurance program in the industry to ensure thorough, detailed and well-explained reports, Woodlake is for you. From sending notice letters and mileage checks and making reminder calls to injured workers on your behalf, to drafting cover letters for your review and retrieving diagnostic studies for you, Woodlake will handle all of the administrative detail up front to free up your time while ensuring the highest quality product in the end.
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Zilske Law Firm
Eastbrook Office Park
12630 W. North Ave.
Brookfield, WI 53005
www.zilskelaw.com
Gary Stanislawski | (262) 796-2400 | gss@zilskelaw.com
Jim Nowakowski | (262) 796-2400 | jnowakowski@zilskelaw.com
By focusing exclusively on defending Worker’s Compensation matters, the Zilske Law Firm provides both efficient and high quality legal services to our clients. We are pleased that we are the only defense firm in Wisconsin with three worker’s compensation attorneys listed in Best Lawyers in America. Representing self-insured employers and insurance carriers throughout Wisconsin, we are committed to partnering with our clients to ensure a successful defense. We are proud to be a founding member of the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Forum, Inc.