Malpractice insurance is not just for physicians and nurses. Dentists also require this protection against litigation from patients who claim they have suffered mental anguish, pain, and suffering, injury, neglect, or even damage to property because of a dentist’s professional care. If you’re new to the practice of dentistry, are changing where you practice, or
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Medical Malpractice Insurance-What Every Healthcare Professional Needs to Know
When there is a case of patient injury due to medical error, misdiagnosis, professional negligence, etc., medical malpractice insurance comes into play by protecting the financial assets of a healthcare provider. While some specialists are sued more frequently than others, every physician should carry the best coverage possible. Let’s learn more about this insurance and
READ MOREMedical Malpractice Insurance Rates Continue to Rise
For more than a decade, medical malpractice insurance rates fell year after year from 2006 to 2018 and then remained flat for a historic length of time. Prior to that “Soft Market,” physicians had a difficult time finding insurance that they could afford. The medical malpractice insurance market is cyclical and will continue to fluctuate
READ MOREMedical Malpractice Insurance for NPs, PAs, CRNAs, and Other Ancillary Healthcare Providers
One of the most common questions physicians and their office managers ask is whether their Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants are covered by their Medical Malpractice Insurance. This is a good question to ask because you cannot assume that all policies will cover these mid-level providers, and you need to make sure coverage is in
READ MORETen Essential Facts About Medical Malpractice Insurance
Looking for a quick guide to help you understand Medical Malpractice Insurance? Whether you’re a physician, Nurse Practitioner, office manager, or hospital administrator, it’s helpful to have information available as you look to renew your current medical malpractice insurance or start a new practice. Below are 10 Essential Facts About Medical Malpractice Insurance you need
READ MOREPediatrician Malpractice Insurance: Is It Necessary?
Medical malpractice insurance protects the financial assets of a healthcare provider in case of patient injury due to medical error, misdiagnosis, professional negligence, failure to adhere to the standard of care, and more. While some specialists are sued more frequently than others, every physician should carry the best coverage possible. If you’re a pediatrician, here’s
READ MOREWhat Kind of Medical Malpractice Insurance is Needed for a Telemedicine?
The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new wave of Telemedicine practice in the United States, and with it came a whole new set of medical malpractice risks. Of course, Telemedicine had been available for years preceding the pandemic, but when stores and businesses were shut down, and people stayed home throughout 2020 – 2021, most
READ MOREWhat Is the Most Common Cause of Malpractice Suits Against Physicians
Medical malpractice suits are more than an everyday occurrence. They can be devastating to both the patient and the physician being sued. As a healthcare provider, do you know the most common cause of this kind of litigation? Let’s talk about possible malpractice claims and if you could be a target. The Most Common Cause
READ MOREWhat kind of Medical Malpractice Insurance is Needed for a Telemedicine?
The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new wave of Telemedicine practice in the United States, and with it came a whole new set of medical malpractice risks. Of course, Telemedicine had been available for years preceding the pandemic, but when stores and businesses were shut down, and people stayed home throughout 2020 – 2021, most
READ MOREHow To Get General Surgery Malpractice Insurance
General surgeons play an important role in health care, treating illnesses that can only be resolved with surgery. However, they typically offer high-risk care, which means they need medical malpractice insurance coverage to ensure their financial protection. The best way for surgeons to ensure that they are protected from the potential impact of a medical
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