PIA Benefits for Associate Members Join Our Trusted, Stable Group and Receive Savings on Your Workers' Comp Premiums

PIA of Ohio and CompManagement Inc. (CMI) Risk Services, Ohio's largest and most trusted third-party administrator (TPA), have joined forces to offer you this cost-cutting tool. Your association with a PIA independent agent provides you with unparalleled service from a trusted source as well as the backing of a well-established, solid and proven national organization. CompManagement, Inc. specializes in the area of workers' compensation cost control, aggressively representing employers in all matters before the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation and Industrial Commission of Ohio. Advanced computer capability, including online links to the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, provides their experienced claims staff the support required to assist in controlling costs. For additional information, contact:

CompManagement, Inc. (CMI) Risk Services
6377 Emerald Parkway
Dublin, OH 43017
Phone (614) 766-5223
Fax (614) 766-6888

Business Benefits

Advocacy. Through continual advocacy efforts, PIA keeps members informed and at the table when important regulations and policy measures are debated.

Professional Development. 

• Annual State Fund Seminars, held in nine different locations and covers topics such as safety prevention and training requirements, premium rate calculations and impacts, cost containment and claim management strategies and BWC updates. 
• Quarterly State Fund Mini-Seminars, held in seven different locations, and each series covers a different theme, such as workers’ comp 101, workers’ comp for the public employer, etc. 
• Certified Risk Management (CRM) designation courses 
• Access to multiple other risk management and insurance-related courses
  

Publications.

• CompNotes newsletter. A quarterly newsletter sent to members and covers items such as updates and changes with the BWC, CompManagement company news, and important dates to remember on items such as upcoming seminars and BWC program deadlines.
• Partner Link newsletter. A quarterly newsletter sent to members about safety and industry issues.  
• Safety Services newsletter. A quarterly newsletter sent to members and covers topics on seasonal safety tips, workplace safety and reminders for report filing and training requirements for BWC safety programs.

Hold It Systems. Discount services for on-hold messaging systems.

I C Systems. I.C. System offers a variety of collection programs, ranging from an economical series of collection letters that return 100 percent of collected monies to you, to a comprehensive approach using mail, telephone and credit reporting. As a PIA of Ohio member, you are eligible for an additional 10 percent in I.C. System products and/or services. To put I.C. System to work for you, call (800) 279-3511 and identify yourself as a member of PIA of Ohio.

Request a FREE copy of THE IN$IDE FACT$ booklet of valuable collection-related information produced by I.C. systems, or more information about our collection services at www.icmemberbenefits.com.

iiX Motor Vehicle Reports. Discount services for Motor Vehicle Reports through Insurance Information Exchange (iiX). iiX offers nationwide Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs), DriverSafe® Plus fleet management tools, DriverAdvisor® driver monitoring, criminal records, SSN Verification, Employment & Education Verification and DOT Employment Verification. Reports are available through ExpressNet, iiX's easy-to-use online service. ExpressNet offers service and function you can count on; including user-friendly features, quick and reliable access and a secure website.

iiX fees include:

• A one-time account set-up fee of only $75
• A monthly fee of $7.50 (in months reports are ordered)
• Savings on MVR costs
• Competitive rates on criminal records and other screening services

iiX has delivered accurate and reliable reports to thousands of businesses for more than 20 years. Helpful service and support is available toll-free by phone and using online chat. Call iiX at (800) 683-8553, option two, or visit our website and mention your PIA affiliation to set up an account today!

Safety Manual. A comprehensive safety manual, available electronically, to help members reduce potential losses and have a safer workplace.

Safety Consultant Services. CMI Risk Services brings a fresh approach to developing and maintaining a risk, health and safety management program. An all-encompassing expert staff is available to members to offer unbiased, results-oriented recommendations for a well-designed program that identifies areas of opportunity for improvement and resolves workplace issues cost-effectively. At no cost to a member, a consultant will visit the member’s facility, review the loss history, and discuss the needs and methods to get the member’s facility on the path to a safer and more profitable workplace.

CMI Risk Services Online Training Center. CMI Risk Services also offers web-based solutions to help manage members’ training needs. Topics range from occupational safety and health courses to the high cost of drug and alcohol abuse—and many more.


Lifestyle Benefits^New!

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, $5,000.  

Identify Theft Insurance and Protection, $5,000. Personal identity protection to assist in the reimbursement of expenses incurred to recover the member’s identity in the event of identity theft. ID Monitoring, ID Theft Restoration and Recovery Services, including access to a Fraud Resolution Specialist.  

Local and Nationwide Discounts @ MemberHeadquarters.com with access to nationwide and local travel, dining, shopping and entertainment discounts, grocery coupons, discounts at restaurant.com and access to other online savings sites.  

Pharmacy Savings Program. Members have access to a discount card program and a mail order pharmacy program for prescription savings averaging up to 20 percent.  

Vision Care Savings Program. This comprehensive eye wear and eye care program offers members savings on eyeglasses and contact lenses at participating retail optical locations nationwide and by mail order. You can also receive savings on medical eye exams and surgical procedures, including LASIK.  

Hearing Savings Program. Members can save on hearing aids through a nationwide network of hearing care offices. Purchases are backed by the BelCare™ Program, which includes free hearing aid inspections, cleanings and adjustments.  

Emergency Travel Services. Members have access to a wide range of emergency travel and medical assistance services from anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Services include emergency cash, travel documentation and immunization advice, emergency messages, lost or stolen luggage and travel document replacement.  

Cellular Phone Protection. Enrolled members are reimbursed for damage to or theft of an eligible cellular wireless phone. There is a $50 co-payment per claim and a maximum of one claim per member, with a maximum benefit of $200.