According to the Insurance Journal, while the details are still spotty and the data still limited, experts are beginning to feel more comfortable making some observations and predictions about the likely impact that the Affordable Care Act will have on medical malpractice insurance and the liability market going forward. Specifically, while warning about the spin
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What to Expect from the Affordable Care Act
Like it or not, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) appears to be here to stay, and it’s going to mean changes for just about everyone. Across the entire medical industry – from patients to doctors, from hospitals to groups, and from insurers to brokers – change is coming. What are some of
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Your opinion of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) probably depends on what role you play in the U.S. healthcare system. Physicians and other healthcare providers seem to fear each and every new provision as it’s unveiled and are anxious about how to implement the requirements placed upon them. Hospitals are trying to stay ahead of the game
READ MORETop Five Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Telemedicine Malpractice Insurance
Choosing telemedicine medical malpractice insurance is one of the most important decisions you can make as a healthcare provider. The right policy limits, affordable rates and deductibles and other factors impact how well your telemedicine insurance protects you. In this blog, we will investigate the top five mistakes to avoid when choosing telemedicine medical malpractice
READ MORECost Factors in Doctor’s Liability Insurance: What Affects Your Premium
If you wish to purchase a doctor’s medical malpractice insurance policy, you may wonder how premiums may vary. Does it matter where you practice? Does your particular medical specialty affect the cost? In this blog, we will explore the factors that impact your out-of-pocket expenses for this important protection. The Cost of Doctor’s Malpractice Insurance
READ MORENavigating Renewal: How to Handle Changes in Malpractice Insurance Costs
When it is time to renew your medical malpractice insurance policy, you may face changes in costs. Is your renewed policy worth the money? At eQuoteMD, we recommend you confer with one of our representatives. You will learn which policy offers the best coverage at an affordable price. Here are some tips to help you
READ MORETelemedicine Malpractice Claims: Understanding the Problems and Trends
Telemedicine has come to the forefront of the patient and provider communities. As with all care delivery methods, televisits via tablet, phone, or computer have medical malpractice risks. Proper standards of medical care must be followed just as with in-person visits. But what are the unique problems telemedicine is creating for providers? Let’s learn more
READ MORETypes of Malpractice Insurance: Occurrence Versus Claims-made Policies
As a healthcare provider, you are in the business of protection–your valuable patients and their families. Our business is to protect you, your medical practice, assets, income, employees, and more. To empower you to understand the details of medical malpractice insurance, let’s look at two aspects of coverage: claims-made versus occurrence insurance policies. The two
READ MOREThe Cost of Not Having Malpractice Insurance: Risks and Consequences
Even if you are not required by the law in your state to have medical malpractice insurance, is it wise to practice without it? Let us look at a few basic principles behind medical liability insurance and the risks and consequences of not obtaining coverage. You may be surprised at what you learn. Why Is
READ MORESolo Practitioners: Finding the Right Medical Malpractice Insurance Provider for Individual Physicians
Just because you’re a “Solo Practitioner” doesn’t mean you’re all alone! In the complex world of healthcare, solo practitioners face a unique set of challenges. They not only provide medical care but also manage the intricacies of running a solo practice, which includes securing the right medical malpractice insurance. Medical malpractice insurance is a critical
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