Average Nursing Malpractice Claim in Aging Services Grew 27.1% Since 2020
Professional liability claims in the nursing specialty of aging services have increased over the last five years, according to a new report.
Aging services account for 15% of all professional liability insurance claims, making it the second most frequent claims group, as stated in the CNA/NSO Nurse Professional Liability and Claim Report.
- The average total incurred claim cost rose 27.1% to $179,428 in 2025, up from $141,185 in 2020.
- Home health nurses accounted for the largest share of claims, 21.7%, with claim severity rising 39.3% from $216,051 to $301,031.
- Home settings are the top claim location, with costs increasing 31.9%, the report shows.
- Nursing leaders, including directors of nursing, charge nurses, and managers, made up 13% of claims.
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Author's summary: Nursing malpractice claims in aging services grew significantly since 2020.
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