City of Phoenix Selects Avizent

Company Brings Dedicated Claims Staff and Valuable Public Employer Experience
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(Business Wire)--
National claims and risk management provider Avizent announced today that the
City of Phoenix has selected them to provide workers` compensation claims
administration and managed care services.

"Avizent has experienced local staff and an in-depth understanding of the unique
needs of public employers," stated David Booth, Personnel Supervisor for the
City of Phoenix. "Our goal is to enhance our workers` compensation program for
our employees and affiliated union groups, and ultimately build a strong,
successful partnership for all parties. In addition to Avizent`s local
leadership and experience with public entities, the City of Phoenix also values
their strong client loyalty and history in Arizona," noted Booth.

"We are excited to work with the City`s team and its unions. It is also a great
opportunity for us to continue to share our talents and experience within the
public sector," said Lori Daugherty, Avizent`s President and CEO.

One of the city`s top priorities is its fiduciary responsibility to its
taxpayers. With Avizent`s customized claims and medical management programs, the
city expects to further enhance its cost control efforts. Avizent currently
serves many public employers and produces consistent savings results.

The City of Phoenix intends to sign a three-year contract with Avizent, which
becomes effective July 1, 2009. The new account includes all 32 city
departments, such as engineering and architectural services, fire, police,
public works, water, streets, budget and research, development services and
public transit - to name a few. Throughout their entire operation, the city
employs about 15,000 workers.

About Avizent:

Avizent, based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the fastest growing national risk
management providers of claims management, medical managed care, alternative
risk options and RMIS technology. The company employs nearly 800 associates
throughout the United States. For additional information, visit the Avizent
website at www.avizentrisk.com or call 888-646-9675.

About the City of Phoenix:

Phoenix is Arizona`s capitol and the fifth largest city in the United States
with more than 1.5 million residents. It is centrally located in the state and
takes up more than 500 square miles. To learn more about the City of Phoenix,
please visit their website at www.phoenix.gov.

Avizent
Tracy Mock, 847-543-1681
tmock@avizentrisk.com
or
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