Medical malpractice insurance often silently shapes the healthcare industry. Though most patients never think about it, this type of insurance significantly influences their care. For healthcare professionals, understanding how malpractice policies impact day-to-day operations and long-term patient satisfaction is essential. This blog explores how malpractice insurance impacts the quality of care, protects healthcare providers, and
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Navigating 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 MOREThe Ultimate Guide to Michigan’s Dental Malpractice Insurance
State of Michigan law does not require that licensed and practicing dentists carry malpractice insurance. However, that does not mean that people living and being treated in Michigan do not file malpractice lawsuits against their healthcare providers. As a dentist in Michigan, you should know if you should purchase dental malpractice insurance and what it
READ MOREElements that Determine a Medical Malpractice Case
The legal elements involved in a medical malpractice case include: Legal duty Breach of that duty Proximate causal connection between the breach and injury (medical, economic, other) Harm from the injury A legal duty arises once the physician-patient relationship is established. In a medical malpractice case, the legal duty is considered the standard of care.
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 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
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