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For some injuries, worker choice might drive up costs
By Katie Kuehner-HebertFor back-related injuries and the most expensive claims overall, new study evidence suggests worker choice may heighten claim costs.
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For back-related injuries and the most expensive claims overall, new study evidence suggests worker choice may heighten claim costs.