The following post from VGM Insurance explores the increased risk of on-the-job injuries for home healthcare workers, which is about 50% higher than for hospital staff. The article discusses the correspondingly high rates of workers’ comp insurance for home health agencies, as well as the reasons for additional risk, and explores options for ensuring homecare worker safety, understanding workers’ compensation policies and reducing insurance costs.
How Workers' Compensation & Social Security Disability Interact
The following post outlines how workers’ compensation and social security disability interact. The two benefit systems serve different purposes and are paid for by different entities, but there is often crossover. It’s important to understand how the two work, how they are funded and how to apply, as patients needing negative pressure wound therapy can receive one or both.
https://www.wci360.com/the-interaction-of-workers-compensation-and-social-security-disability/
