The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the American healthcare system, causing disruptions and driving rapid adaptations in how care is delivered.
These developments are impacting workers’ comp in multiple ways, including patient access to care, medication adherences, and behavioral health issues. Employers and insurers can help to mitigate adverse effects on injured workers.
This white paper addresses:
- Hindered access to care
- The use of telemedicine
- Easier access to prescription drugs
- Other pharmacy impacts such as drug shortages, physician dispensing, and prescription medication delivery
