WCRI's report on "Patterns and Trends of High-Cost Claims Involving Back and Shoulder Injuries" was reviewed in the Sept. 9 issue of Carrier Chronicles. As the authors observe, "A recent study released by the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) identifies factors that increase the likelihood of high-cost claims involving back and shoulder injuries. We review their findings, including the specific conditions most at risk."

“High-cost claims do not just happen by chance; they develop over time through a combination of factors, like medical complexity and delayed recovery,” said Lisa Haug, Assistant Vice President of Medical Management at Safety National. “The earlier we recognize these patterns, the better positioned we are to control costs and improve injured worker outcomes.”

Read more about the WCRI study here.