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CPWC-MBR
Claims Practitioner in Workers' Compensation for Medical Bill Reviewers
Claims Practitioner in Workers’ Compensation for Medical Bill Reviewer (CPWC MBR) covers all statutory topics required by the State of California in a 10 lesson designation program developed to meet the needs of emerging workers’ compensation medical bill reviewer. This program offers comprehensive training in foundation principles required to become a certified California Medical Bill Reviewer and meets minimum required 30 classroom hours of the total 40 training hours required.
Learn with renowned industry professionals
Courses that work with your schedule
Stand out with an industry leading certification
Who Should Attend
- New to workers’ compensation
- Working in comp but need a refresher on key topics
- Employed as a TPA or with a Self-Insured entity
- In HR/Benefits and need knowledge in workers’ comp
- Seeking CE hours for your California State certification;
Tools and Materials
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Sullivan on Comp
The most comprehensive treatise in California Workers’ Compensation. Required for all tracks: Indemnity, Medical Only, and Medical Bill Review.
Receive $65 off an annual subscription, or the first month of a monthly subscription free.
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Once you’ve purchased the WCLP from IEA, Sullivan on Comp will be notified and your access to the required materials will be enabled within one business day, OR, you can submit a request to info@ieatraining.org
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Why a Career in Workers’ Compensation is Right for You
01
Diverse and Engaging Responsibilities
A career in workers’ compensation offers a variety of tasks that keep your workday dynamic and engaging. As a claims adjuster, you’ll investigate claims, coordinate with medical professionals and legal entities, and make critical decisions that impact lives. This diversity in responsibilities ensures that no two days are the same, keeping you challenged and motivated. If you enjoy problem-solving and working in a role where your decisions matter, workers’ compensation could be the perfect fit for you.
02
Competitive Compensation and Stability
Workers’ compensation professionals often enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, providing financial stability and security. In addition to the rewarding pay, the demand for skilled claims adjusters remains strong, offering a stable career path even in uncertain economic times. If you value a career that offers both financial rewards and long-term security, workers’ compensation is a field worth considering.
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Flexibility and Growth Opportunities
Many roles in workers’ compensation offer the flexibility of remote work, allowing for a better work-life balance. Beyond the immediate benefits of flexibility, the field also provides significant room for career progression. As you gain experience, there are opportunities to take on more responsibilities, move into higher positions, and specialize in areas that interest you. If you’re looking for a career that grows with you and adapts to your lifestyle, workers’ compensation offers both flexibility and advancement.
CPWC-MBR
Claims Practitioner in Workers' Compensation for Medical Bill Reviewers
- 30 training hours
- State Compliant
- 100% On-Demand
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Payment plans available.
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IEA’s CPWC certification has been a great training solution for our new hires. Meeting the required 120 hours of instruction and statutory topics in an On-demand turn-key program has made my job so much easier.
Dan Henley
EMPLOYERS® Insurance
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What our students have to say
IEA helped launch my career in Workers’ Comp by facilitating my completion of necessary courses. I secured a job with the city of Los Angeles and am now thriving in my profession. Grateful for their support.
Former Student
WCCA
I greatly appreciated the teachers and how they have helped me grow. The process of taking their courses is simple and streamlined, which makes it much easier to complete them quickly.
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WCCA & WCCP
Real life and ambiguous examples and the time to work through them was a good way to practice the content/theory. Breakout groups were very helpful.
Bianca O
The presenter was great and the content was very relevant and interesting.
Unknown User
The information was well organized and easy to understand. The interactive learning activities along the way were a great way to keep the reader engaged and remember the material as the course progressed.
Bianca O
Instructor did a great job to keep students engaged while also making sure we learned and understood relevant topics to be prepared for a real Claims Examiner position.
Alex Fazeli
Claims Examiner / Work Comp, ICW Group
IEA’s CPWC certification has been a great training solution for our new hires. Meeting the required 120 hours of instruction and statutory topics in an On-demand turn-key program has made my job so much easier.
Dan Henley
Claims Training Supervisor, EMPLOYERS® Insurance
I liked and appreciated that it was a self-paced program, which allowed me to complete it according to my schedule. I received my CPWC through IEA in less than 6 months.
Rupee Atwal
Workers’ Compensation Manager, Pridestaff
The instructor was very educational, helpful, and present during the entirety of the course. The IEA portal and platform is very easy to navigate and use. The team is quick with emailing back. 10/10 experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who should take the CPWC
The CPWC is designed to provide aspiring California workers’ compensation adjusters with the day-to-day skills needed for on-the-job adjusting AND to provide the statutorily required topics and training hours for State of California compliance.
Can I take CPWC if I am not planning to be an adjuster
Although CPWC was developed for aspiring adjusters, the content is applicable and relevant for anyone who needs to know and understand California workers’ compensation. Individual classes can be picked a-la-carte for this purpose depending on what particular area you’d like to review or learn about.
How long will it take to complete the certification
The Medical Bill Review (MBR) certification has 10 classes. You can move through the classes as quickly as you like but you must complete the training within 365 days from starting to meet compliance requirements.
Do I need to buy materials?
CPWC reading assignments are hosted on Sullivan on Comp and are an integral and required component of the program. Use coupon code IEAstudent to receive $65 off an annual subscription, or the first month of a monthly subscription at no cost.
Other required materials can be downloaded free:
California Labor Code
California Code of Regulations
California Insurance Code
How long is each class available?
There is no expiration date when you enroll in the individual classes or the full certification course. All classes purchased will be added to your dashboard and must be taken in order. All 10 classes must be completed within 1-year for state compliance.
What Happens if I don't pass a lesson?
You have two chances to pass each class exam. We really want you to learn the material and succeed so if you don’t pass, let us know at support@ieatraining.org and we will help you meet your goals.
I completed the course…now what?
Congratulations! You have earned your Claims Practitioner in Workers Compensation (CPWC) Certification. We will send you the details about the annual credit submission requirement.
Important:
The State of California requires that you complete continuing education hours every 2 years (this is separate to your IEA requirement although you can use the same hours for both). To learn more about the number of hours for your particular adjuster certification, click here.
Does IEA offer Payment Plans
Yes! IEA can help you optimize your budget. We have payment plan options at checkout. Simply choose the “Shop Pay” option during enrollment and then choose the plan that’s best for you.
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