Occupational Medicine
MercyMe Team Care Spotlight: Homeward Bound
Mercy Urgent Care is proud to offer comprehensive healthcare packages for individuals and families through its MercyMe membership program — and employers throughout Western North Carolina have taken note. Through an affordable monthly membership, Mercy…
Read more.Heart disease in the workplace
While it may come as a surprise to some, heart disease can happen at any age, and it’s becoming more prevalent in America, costing nearly $330 billion in medical expenses and lost productivity each year. However, many risk factors for heart disease and…
Read more.Physical therapy for the workforce
It’s no secret that health care spending is a growing concern among many employers — becoming one of the largest costs after payroll for the average American company. All over the country, businesses are faced with finding creative, evidence-based solu…
Read more.Lowering employer healthcare costs with Direct Primary Care
Employers are increasingly aware of the importance of offering health and wellness services to their employees. But as healthcare costs continue to rise, many companies have found that employer-sponsored insurance is quickly becoming unsustainable or u…
Read more.Impending Update to Federal Drug Screening Policies
Mercy Occupational Medicine would like to inform employers of an impending update to federal drug screening policies for all DOT-regulated employees. Soon employers may be able to choose to opt for oral fluid collection (rather than urine collection) a…
Read more.What is worker’s comp?
As an employer, one of your primary responsibilities is ensuring the safety and well-being of your workforce. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries can occur in any work environment, and that’s where workers’ compensation comes into play. Workers’ comp…
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