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
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Types 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 MOREClaims History and its Impact on Malpractice Insurance Rates
Medical malpractice insurance provides protection against the financial burdens that can arise from medical malpractice claims, focus on their patients rather than worrying about potential legal issues. However, the cost of malpractice insurance is not the same for all providers. A significant factor that influences the rates for malpractice insurance is the individual’s or group’s
READ MOREThe Cost of Medical Malpractice Insurance: Factors that Impact Premiums
Why is a medical practice’s overhead so high? There are many expenses that must be considered, but medical malpractice insurance is one of the highest. The cost of medical malpractice insurance can be a significant financial burden for many physicians and groups, impacting their practice’s profitability and overall financial stability. There are many factors that
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