Latest Malpractice insurance Podcast Episodes
"How should I cover my nurse practitioner and other ancillary providers?"
Malpractice Insights - March 28, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsThe legal landscape for healthcare is changing in the United States and the risk for advanced practitioners is increasing more and more. And as the scope of practice for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, CRNAs, and other providers continues to expand, the liability grows, as well. So...
Tail Insurance vs. Prior Acts Coverage: What's the Difference?
Malpractice Insights - March 13, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsWhen it comes to malpractice insurance, one of the most critical times for doctors is when they’re looking to CANCEL their insurance to make a significant change… perhaps you’re leaving your current employer and moving to a new group, or maybe your premium has been going up and you want to move ...
Malpractice Insights Mail Bag: A Six-Figure Tail Insurance Bill???
Malpractice Insights - November 29, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsToday we’re continuing our Mail Bag segment with some more “real life” scenarios to talk through. We’re going to talk about making an agent change – when it is and isn’t necessary, growing a practice and hiring more doctors when you’re in the E&S market, and dealing with a six-figure tail bill. ...
Should You Stay with the Same Carrier for a Long time? Here are the Pros and Cons!
Malpractice Insights - November 22, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIt can take awhile to finally land on a malpractice carrier that you really like. And once you’re all setup with them, it’s very comfortable and easy to just renew your policy year over year. And to be honest, there are many reasons why it makes sense to stay with the same carrier for the long-h...
One Point of Contact for ALL your Insurance Needs? Five Reasons Why It's a BAD Idea!
Malpractice Insights - November 15, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsBuying medical malpractice insurance can be a time-consuming, frustrating process. There are many different companies to choose from, policy types to understand and coverage nuances that can make it difficult to really know if you’re getting the best coverage at the best price. This is why most ...
What Happens If I Get Sued???
Malpractice Insights - November 08, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsAccording to the AMA, 1 in 3 doctors have been sued for medical malpractice. And the data that we see from the insurance carriers shows that number continues to go up, depending on your specialty, where you practice, and how long you’ve been working. It’s very likely that you will be involved i...
Mail Bag: Medmal in a RUSH, Timing Your Credentialing, Structuring Locum Tenens
Malpractice Insights - November 01, 2023 12:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsToday we’re continuing our Mail Bag segment with some more “real life” scenarios to talk through. We’re going to talk about RUSH malpractice insurance (like you need it in a few days), getting credentialed way before you actually plan on opening your practice, and how best to structure locums co...
"I'm a Medical Student. Do I ACTUALLY Need Malpractice Insurance?"
Malpractice Insights - October 25, 2023 12:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIf you’re just getting started in your medical training, you might be wondering how malpractice insurance works for medical school, your internship, residency or fellowship. So, today we’re going to talk about the things you need to know going into these programs, whether or not supplemental ins...
Limited or Unlimited Tail? Which Should I Choose???
Malpractice Insights - October 18, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsSo, you’ve cancelled your Claims-Made malpractice insurance policy and now, your carrier has given you a tail quote – but it looks like there are multiple options? And the price is significantly different, depending on which option you choose. Well, the reason for the different tail prices is th...
The BEST Way to Get Entity Coverage for Your Start-Up
Malpractice Insights - October 04, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsInteracting with patients on a daily basis exposes you, your employees, any independent contractors working for you AND the practice itself to professional liability. And, while it’s pretty well-known that doctors and healthcare providers need to carry malpractice insurance, one of the most com...
Mail Bag: Unexpected rate increases and coverage a new practice on a budget
Malpractice Insights - September 27, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsToday we’re continuing our Mail Bag segment with some more “real life” scenarios to talk through. We’re going to talk about rate increases on a Claims-Made policy, the best coverage options for medical director coverage, and how to setup malpractice insurance in a cost-effective way for a brand-...
Can I Switch from Claims-Made to Occurrence Coverage?
Malpractice Insights - September 20, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsSo, you’re looking at malpractice insurance options and being the smart provider that you are, you’ve got quotes for both Occurrence and Claims-Made policies in front of you. You like the idea of an Occurrence policy, but the Claims-Made quote is so much cheaper in the first few years. So, why ...
Supplemental Malpractice Insurance: How to Tell if You NEED it!
Malpractice Insights - September 06, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIf you’re an employed physician, chances are, your malpractice insurance is being provided FOR you. And while this is certainly convenient, there may be limitations in your malpractice policy that you’re not aware of. For this reason, many providers wonder if they should get supplemental malprac...
Non-Standard Malpractice Policies: What to know before you accept coverage!
Malpractice Insights - August 23, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIf you’re struggling to find malpractice insurance, your agent might suggest coverage options for you in the non-standard market. But, what exactly does that mean? Well today we’re going to go over the main differences between a standard malpractice insurance policy and a non-standard malpractic...
Mail Bag: Medmal AFTER being Bare, Consent to Settle, Onboarding and Offboarding
Malpractice Insights - August 09, 2023 12:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsToday we’re continuing our Mail Bag segment with some more “real life” scenarios to talk through. We’re going to talk about coverage provided by a contracted entity, advice for practice administrators on onboarding and offboarding providers, and buying malpractice insurance again after being bar...
How to Reduce Your Malpractice Insurance Premium
Malpractice Insights - August 02, 2023 12:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsMalpractice insurance premiums can be pricey. In fact, they’re one of the top expenses for a medical practice today. This is why we’re so adamant that providers shop around, compare their options thoughtfully, and work with a knowledgeable agent who can keep their eyes on the market to ensure yo...
The BEST Way to Keep Track of Your Medmal Policy History!
Malpractice Insights - July 26, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsA malpractice claim comes in for a patient that you treated on April 1, 2019. Wait a minute… where was I even working back then? And who did I have for my malpractice insurance at that time? Well, if you haven’t been keeping good records of your prior work history and your medmal coverage ove...
Claims-Made Step Factors: Why are my malpractice premiums INCREASING?!
Malpractice Insights - July 19, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsWhen it comes to Claims-Made malpractice insurance, there are some nuisances with this policy type that can make it a bit more complicated to understand. One of the most distinctive characteristics of this type of coverage is how it starts at a low premium and then increases in price every year...
100th Episode Special: Top Malpractice Insurance Tips for Doctors!
Malpractice Insights - July 05, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIt’s our 100th episode of Malpractice Insights – I can’t even believe it! And I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has tuned in over the last few years. Whether you’ve just stumbled upon our show with a question on a specific malpractice-related topic, or you’re a regular listener, I’m...
Four Things You Didn't Realize Your Malpractice Insurance (likely) Covers!
Malpractice Insights - June 28, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsWhy do doctors actually need malpractice insurance? And what does it even cover? Healthcare providers need malpractice insurance to protect them in the event of medical negligence, but this insurance policy is more robust than most doctors realize. Beyond simply paying for claims and compensatin...
How to Break Up With Your Employer and GO SOLO!
Malpractice Insights - June 21, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIf you’re considering leaving your current employer to go out on your own, there are a lot of things that you’ll need to get squared away before you take the leap. But when it comes to your malpractice insurance, we’ve got you covered. How soon should you notify them of your plans? Who’s going t...
Mail Bag: Accidentally Bare, Telemedicine Options, and Getting Started as a New Grad
Malpractice Insights - June 14, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsToday we’re continuing our Mail Bag segment with some more “real life” scenarios to talk through. We’re going to talk about miscommunication with an employer on who buys the malpractice coverage, insurance options for a telemedicine group, and how to get up and running quickly for new grad pract...
How is Your Medmal Premium Calculated? And How Can You REDUCE YOUR COST?
Malpractice Insights - June 07, 2023 12:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsMalpractice insurance is one of the top expenses for a medical practice. But have you ever wondered WHY that is? Well, today we’re going to put on our underwriting hats and talk about the 5 main ingredients that go into calculating a malpractice premium… plus, I’m going to give you some tips and...
Claims-Made or Occurrence: What Type Should I Buy?
Malpractice Insights - May 24, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsMany healthcare providers struggle to understand the difference between Occurrence and Claims-Made malpractice insurance. How are they different and when would a doctor choose one over the other? If that’s you – you’re not alone and we’re here to help! In today’s episode we’re going to talk a...
Tail Insurance: What if I DON'T buy it?!
Malpractice Insights - May 17, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIf you’ve been practicing medicine for any length of time, you’ve probably heard about tail insurance. It’s expensive. It’s a little confusing. And yet, you know that it’s a really important part of your malpractice protection. But what happens if something goes wrong and you don’t secure your t...
Mail Bag: No Tail, Healthcare Franchises, and an Uncooperative Doctor?
Malpractice Insights - May 10, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsToday we’re continuing our Mail Bag segment with some more “real life” scenarios to talk through. We’re going to talk about what to do if a new employer failed to secure tail insurance for you, coverage options for a healthcare franchise business, and what happens if a doctor doesn’t cooperate ...
Occurrence vs. Claims-Made...IN 5 MINUTES!
Malpractice Insights - May 03, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsWithout a doubt, the #1 question that we’re asked is – What is the difference between Claims-Made and Occurrence malpractice coverage? Many healthcare providers struggle to understand the difference between these 2 types of insurance. How are they different? And when would a doctor choose one...
Shopping for Malpractice Insurance WITHOUT Making the Carriers Mad!
Malpractice Insights - April 26, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIf you’re buying your own malpractice insurance, you know first-hand how important it is to find a quality insurance policy WITHOUT breaking the bank. And once you’ve secured your coverage for the first time, it’s easy to just put things on autopilot… and set it & forget it. In today’s episode ...
Malpractice Insurance for Concierge and Cash-Based Practices
Malpractice Insights - April 19, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsOne of the biggest trends in healthcare is cash-based practices… Direct primary care, concierge medicine, and other types of medical practices that are opting OUT of the payor system. This approach allows healthcare providers to spend more time with their patients and less time dealing with red ...
Mail Bag: Moonlighting, New Grad Credits, and Shopping AFTER a free tail?!
Malpractice Insights - April 12, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsToday we’re continuing our Mail Bag segment with some more “real life” scenarios to talk through. We’re going to talk about transitioning a moonlighting policy into a full time private practice policy, new to practice credits and discounts, and whether or not it makes sense to shop around if you...
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