AdvoCare, Inc.

What AdvoCare, Inc. does

Sheakley UniComp, operating under AdvoCare, Inc., is an Ohio-based Managed Care Organization providing workers' compensation managed care services to Ohio employers. Established around 2002 as one of Ohio's first certified MCOs under the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) framework, the firm has served Ohio employers for over 20 years and holds URAC-accredited case management certification (valid through 2029). The firm operates from Cincinnati, Ohio with approximately 104 employees and functions as a privately-held entity without disclosed external funding.

The company's product portfolio spans the Ohio workers' compensation and adjacent HR compliance stack: core Ohio Workers' Compensation MCO services, Third-Party Administrator (TPA) claim processing, FMLA Administration, Modified Duty-Off-Site return-to-work programs, Safety Consulting, Safety Staffing, Unemployment claims administration, and specialized claims liability services via its Verity Group subsidiary (expert testimony, liability review, life care planning). Operational architecture includes the UniComp Central provider portal for billing inquiries, integration with the Ohio BWC First Report of Injury (FROI) system for injury reporting, and a HealthSmart-powered provider lookup tool. Customer onboarding occurs via phone, email, fax, or PDF enrollment form; new Ohio employers have 30 days to select a certified MCO.

The business model is B2B services targeting Ohio employers who are statutorily required to select a BWC-certified MCO. Revenue is generated through administrative and per-claim service fees typical of MCO arrangements, though specific pricing is not publicly disclosed. The customer base spans Ohio municipal governments, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, and private employers — with named references including Union Township Service Department, Lighthouse Youth Services, and Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati. Distribution is primarily direct sales supplemented by self-service digital tools and partner referrals through the Ohio BWC and HealthSmart networks.

Name

AdvoCare, Inc.

Legal name

Sheakley UniComp, Inc.

Website

https://advocare-inc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Sheakley UniComp, operating under AdvoCare, Inc., is a URAC-accredited Ohio Managed Care Organization providing workers' compensation claims management, FMLA administration, return-to-work programs, safety consulting, and unemployment services to Ohio employers for over 20 years.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workers' Compensation Managed Care

NAICS

Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310)

SIC

Hospital & Medical Service Plans (6324)

akta.pro primary industry

Workers’ Compensation & Occupational Health TPA (HLAEALAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Managed Workers’ Compensation (Loss Control, Claims & Return-to-Work Programs) (FSAJAEAH)

Keywords

• Workers compensation management
• Managed care services
• FMLA administration
• Return-to-work programs
• Safety consulting services

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Sheakley UniComp operates as an Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation-certified Managed Care Organization, providing Ohio employers with workers' compensation managed care services including claim management, medical care facilitation, return-to-work/modified duty programs, FMLA administration, third-party administration (TPA), unemployment claims services, and workplace safety consulting/staffing. The company leverages URAC-accredited case management processes and an integrated provider network (with HealthSmart-powered provider lookup) to deliver time-sensitive injury reporting and recovery pathways.

Product overview

Sheakley UniComp offers a comprehensive suite of workers' compensation and HR compliance services through its Ohio Managed Care Organization platform. The portfolio includes Ohio Workers' Compensation MCO, FMLA Administration, Workers' Compensation TPA, Return-To-Work programs, Safety Consulting, Safety Staffing, and Unemployment services. The company also provides specialized claims liability services through its Verity Group subsidiary. The platform is designed to help Ohio employers manage injured worker care, reduce claim costs, and facilitate timely return-to-work outcomes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ohio Workers' Compensation MCO
• Ohio Workers' Compensation TPA

Quantifiable outcome

• Save time and help prevent lost time claims through quick injury reporting and response

Named customers3 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs a certified Ohio Managed Care Organization (MCO), Sheakley UniComp works with the Ohio BWC for injury reporting (FROI system), provider networks, and workers' compensation claim processing. Employers must select a BWC-certified MCO.
• URACcoreOthersURAC-accredited case management certification (accreditation valid through 2029). URAC is a healthcare accreditation organization that verifies quality standards for case management services.
• HealthSmartsupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvider lookup integration via HealthSmart platform allowing injured workers and employers to search for approved healthcare providers in the workers' comp network.
• Verity Group Claims Liability & DamagessupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing additional claims services including expert testimony, liability review, and life care planning & vocational evaluation for complex workers' comp cases.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/sheakley1
• Facebookfacebook.com/SheakleyGroup
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/advocare-inc

Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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