Knowing what to do and what to look for is important when it comes to obtaining medical malpractice insurance. However, what’s just as important, is knowing what not to do, and what kind of common mistakes to avoid. So, here are some mistakes that we have seen doctors make that we hope we can help
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Summertime, Makes me Feel… Sick?
Summer is a time for fun in the sun but it’s also a time when certain injuries and illnesses are more common. Lots of time is spent outdoors, playing sports, playing in the woods, and in the water. We thought this would be a good time to review some of the most common injuries and
READ MORECommemorating Memorial Day with the Healthcare Community
Memorial Day is an annual holiday to honor all armed service personnel killed in wars in the defense of the United States of America. The third Monday of May is the official day when we all remember and recognize our fallen soldiers. We will never forget what these brave men and women have done for
READ MOREFive Bizarre Allergies You May Not Know About
Achoo! Spring time means it’s allergy season for a lot of people. The buds on the trees, the flowers opening up, and the beginning of grass cutting season often result in coughing, sneezing, and itching. It’s a yearly occurrence we’re all accustomed to, but in the vein of sharing some uncommon insights on an annual
READ MOREHow Are Medical Professional Liability Rates Determined?
Sometimes shopping for medical malpractice insurance rates can be confusing. If you are looking to purchase professional liability insurance you will quickly discover there are multiple options available with various costs and coverage levels. The hard thing to figure out is how insurance companies figure out their professional liability insurance rates for different policies. It
READ MORENeurosurgeons and Medical Malpractice Risk
Because of the risks involved, neurosurgeons face higher medical malpractice costs than many other physicians. The field of neurosurgery includes both spinal and cranial disorders related to vascular disease, pain, brain tumors, epilepsy, movement and behavioral disorders and trauma. Neurosurgeons diagnose and assess these conditions, which most often require surgical repair. The goal of neurosurgery
READ MOREWhen to Release: Medical Records, Privacy, Custodial Issues, and Compliance
In today’s environment it can sometimes be very difficult to know when and to whom you should, must, or must not release medical records. In cases where there are questions of parental custody, custodial disputes, suspected abuse, and other complicating factors, particularly those involving minors, it is imperative that doctors know what both federal and
READ MOREDo You Know What the Most Common Medical Malpractice Claims Are?
Many people think of surgical errors when they think of medical malpractice claims. However, that is not the only reason that patients file claims. Let’s review four common types of claims that are filed. Yes, surgical errors are the most common type of medical malpractice claim filed. The most common surgical mistakes include: Nerve damage
READ MOREHelpful Tips and Reminders for Endocrinologists who Manage Diabetics
From time to time we here at eQuoteMD like to take a minute to address concerns that are of special interest to physician’s with a particular specialty. Today we want to address endocrinologists and other healthcare professionals that work with patients that have Type 1 Diabetes. According to a recent study of claims, performed by
READ MOREDon’t Get April Fooled When It Comes to Medical Malpractice Insurance
Today is the day: April 1st, April Fool’s Day. The day when all of your obnoxious friends and coworkers have what society has deemed to be a sufficient excuse for their obnoxious behavior. Or is that too cynical? Maybe we should say today is the day when you get to pull off the prank you’ve
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