In this episode of the IJA Aftershow, Patrick Wraight talks with Nancy Germond! She unpacks how hospital closures—especially in rural areas—are creating new challenges for workers’ compensation professionals. From delayed treatment to rising costs driven by comorbidities and limited provider access, this episode highlights the urgent need for proactive claims handling, smarter in-home care strategies, and more empathy-driven engagement with injured workers.

Watch the full Academy of Insurance class that’s discussed in the aftershow: https://www.ijacademy.com/navigating-the-impact-of-hospital-closures-on-workers-compensation

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