As of July 1, 2014, Oregon Senate Bill 483 took effect, changing the way medical malpractice is handled in the state. The law, which was drafted by legislators in 2013 with the full support of Gov. John Kitzhaber, is the first of its kind to be implemented statewide in a comprehensive fashion. In a rare
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New Insurance Requirements for Arizona Docs
In October 2013, the Arizona legislature passed a measure that changes insurance requirements for many doctors in Arizona. Under this new provision, doctors contracted with the state Medicaid system are now required to carry sexual abuse and molestation insurance coverage. eQuoteMD caught up with an expert in the field of Arizona medical professional liability insurance
READ MOREMedical Malpractice Insurance Cost… Location, Location, Location
We’ve talked here before about the differences between rural and urban medical work and malpractice insurance needs, and about the differences in malpractice rates from one state to another. But today we want to highlight just how dramatically location can play into what it costs to insure yourself against malpractice liability. Take a look at the
READ MOREAn Independence Day Salute to Doctors from eQuoteMD
Hey eQuoteMD readers, it’s a holiday weekend and we know you’re all excited for a weekend of BBQ, fireworks, parades, and family time just like we are. But this Independence Day we’d like to take an opportunity to think about independence a little differently. While we’re all thankful for the kind of freedom afforded us
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