2018 VWC Annual Report

Coming in 2019

Web File

WebFile Significant updates in progress The Commission began plans to refresh WebFile, the Commission’s online portal to electronic records, during 2018 with implementation slated for 2019. Enhancements will provide users with a more user-friendly look and feel. This paperless option is available to attorneys, claimants, and claim administrators to receive electronic notifications from the Commission and gives users secure access to claims and documents 24 hours per day. www.workcomp.virginia.gov/webfile

WEBFILE PAPERLESS USERS INCREASED 39%

DOCUMENTS FILED VIA WEBFILE CONTINUE TO SEE AN INCREASE EACH YEAR

Technology in an innovative state agency Various Forms Redesigned Claims Services redesigned the Claim for Benefits Form and developed other new forms providing a clear and concise way to report details related to workers’ compensation claims. As part of VWC’s Go Green initiative, these forms are fillable, so it is not necessary to print for submission. Additionally, a procedural change now allows acceptance of electronic signatures on agreement forms.

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