By NextBestFitWorkers' compensation medical benefits
amendedYear 4States & localities
Today
Separate state systems pay for work injuries.
Under the plan
Continue (they also replace wages), but pay UHP rates and reimburse UHP.
Trade-off
Keeps employer liability incentives for safety; some double administration remains.
Money
- Workers' comp, worksite clinics, temporary disability$55.1B → $55.1B