Waltham, May 22, 2026—The design of fee schedule regulations and how they affect medical prices and payments across state workers’ compensation systems will be the focus of a free, 30-minute webinar hosted by the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 2 p.m. ET.

“Attendees will learn the key decisions states face when designing and updating fee schedules, as well as how different approaches shape prices for professional and hospital services,” said Ramona Tanabe, president and CEO of WCRI.

Dr. Rebecca Yang, a senior public policy analyst at WCRI, will present findings from several recent WCRI studies, including Designing Workers’ Compensation Medical Fee Schedules, 2025 Edition, WCRI Medical Price Index for Workers’ Compensation, 2026 Edition (MPI-WC), and Hospital Outpatient Payment Index: Interstate Variations and Policy Analysis, 2026 Edition.

Questions addressed during the webinar include:

  • What types of fee schedules do states use to regulate reimbursement for professional and hospital outpatient services?
  • How do prices for professional and hospital outpatient services compare across states?
  • How are medical prices shaped by fee schedule policy choices?
  • What is the impact of recent fee schedule reforms on medical prices?

Registration is required. Space is limited to 500 participants. All attendees will receive a free copy of the presentation slides and a recording of the webinar. Click here to register.

About WCRI:

The Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI), based in Waltham, MA, is an independent, not‑for‑profit research organization founded in 1983. WCRI provides objective information through studies and data collection that follow recognized scientific methods and rigorous peer review. The Institute does not make recommendations or take positions on the issues it researches, ensuring neutrality and credibility. Funding for WCRI’s research comes from its diverse membership, which includes employers, insurers, government agencies, managed care companies, health care providers, regulators, labor organizations, and state, federal, and international agencies