At Bridges Health, we understand that employee absences due to illness or injury can disrupt productivity, increase costs, and impact team morale. That’s why our short-term disability (STD) management program is designed to do more than just process claims. It’s built to accelerate recovery, reduce absence duration, and support employees through every step of their journey back to work.
With over 30 years of experience as a trusted multidisciplinary health and wellness organization, Bridges Health brings deep expertise to the management of short-term disability programs. Our national dedicated health team, comprised of seasoned professionals across medical, psychological, and occupational disciplines, ensures that every case is handled with precision, compassion, and efficiency. Clients benefit from our proven approach, which integrates clinical insight with practical case management to
What Makes Our STD Management Different?
- Early Intervention: We prioritize early contact and assessment to understand the employee’s medical condition and job demands. This helps us identify opportunities for accommodation or gradual return-to-work planning right from the start. 96% of all contact is made within 48 hours but in most cases, within 24 hours.
- Expert Adjudication: Our adjudication team uses Bridges Health’s proprietary software, WorkWorld360, to streamline submissions and ensure timely, accurate decisions. Clients have realized a 30% reduction in claims administration using WorkWorld360.
- Collaborative Care Coordination: We maintain consistent communication with healthcare providers, employers, and employees to ensure treatment plans align with recovery goals. This collaborative approach helps avoid delays and ensures everyone is working toward the same outcome.
- Return-to-Work Planning: Every case includes a structured return-to-work strategy, which may involve modified duties, gradual reintegration, or permanent accommodations. Bridges Health has a 92% success rate in rescuing failing return-to-work (RTW) plans through proactive onsite clinician monitoring. For employees recovering from significant psychological injuries, this level of support can be the
- Mental Health Support: With mental health now one of the leading causes of disability claims, our team is trained to navigate these complex cases with empathy and expertise. 35% of all claims we manage are mental health related or have underlying mental health themes. We help overcome workplace barriers and ensure employees receive the care they need to recover fully.
Let’s Build a Healthier Workplace Together
If you’re ready to reduce absence, improve recovery outcomes, and support your team with expert disability management, we’re here to help.
Contact Us to learn more about how Bridges Health can support your short-term disability program: https://bridgeshealth.com/contact/
