ADA Compliance - Assures that the employer and employee receive equal opportunity with respect to employment. In 1992, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) final regulations implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 went into effect. The regulations (29 CFR 1630.14[b][3]) state: Medical examinations conducted in accordance with this Section do not have to be job related and consistent with business necessity. However, if certain criteria are used to screen out an employee or employees with disabilities as a result of such an examination or inquiry, the exclusionary criteria must be job-related and consistent with business necessity, and performance of the essential job functions cannot be accomplished with reasonable accommodation as required in this part. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires post job screening, disability assessments and job site inspections, all available through Springfield Clinic, LLP.

Epidemiological Investigations - Involves the study of the prevalence and spread of disease in a community and determining specific causes of health problems or disease in a locality. MOHA physicians can begin the complicated process of prevention through early identification of hazardous exposure(s) in the workplace.

Ergonomics - Involves a branch of ecology dealing with human factors in the design and operations of machines, and in the physical environment. The high cost of cumulative trauma disorders and back injuries has created a demand for sensible and effective ergonomic programs. MOHA physicians and therapists are experts in addressing work-related problems and in performing risk assessments to determine practical solutions and controls.

Health Care Cost Containment - In Occupational Medicine, cost containment is always at the forefront of attention. Physicians and case managers will discuss the most cost effective ways to manage cases, regarding diagnostic testing, consultation referrals, medical equipment and pharmaceuticals.

OSHA Compliance - is necessary to maintain accurate services and records for both the medical provide4r and employer. Workplace absenteeism due to injuries and illness represents an enormous additional cost to employers due to absent employee wages, replacement employees, medical costs, worker's compensation premiums, regulatory fines, legal expenses, retraining and rehabilitation. MOHA subscribes to available regulatory updates and continuing education. All technicians are certified in the appropriate assessments, such as BAT (Breath Alcohol Testing) and Audiologic examinations, together with inspections, maintenance and calibration of all equipment used in evaluations.

Worker's Compensation Case Management - is an integral part of Occupational Medicine. Prompt evaluation, treatment and/or referral of work related injuries often result in reduction in lost work time. Accurate assessment of the claim, medical records and employer input can reduce the risk of legal and compensatory claims. Registered nurses and vocational experts work directly with medical providers to facilitate the safe and timely return to work of employees.

Work Site Job Analysis - is a service offered by our Case Management nurses or physicians. Describing the job with respect to the Physical Demand Level for Work standard written by the U.S. Department of Labor allows us to address ADA Compliance issues or causality and the association with medical diagnosis. Having a detailed job analysis to communicate between the employer, employee and medical provider facilitates and early return to work with modified or restricted duty. The work site job analysis can also be used as a tool to command an immediate full duty release to return to work and activities of daily living.