Resident physician medical malpractice insurance issues
Does a physician resident need tail insurance after they complete their training? First, a brief discussion of medical malpractice and the different types of insurance utilized by physicians is essential. Then I’ll talk about tail insurance a little bit as well. Types of Medical Malpractice Insurance and their Difference There are two main types of insurance used …
What are some issues surrounding medical malpractice insurance for fellows? First, when you are in training as a resident or fellow, whatever program you’re with will provide medical malpractice insurance. Then, depending upon what type of policy it is, they’ll also cover your tail insurance. Do you need additional medical malpractice insurance during training? No, …
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Medical Malpractice Insurance Coverage Does physician need additional resident malpractice coverage? It is usually a topic that most residents are not familiar with and typically don’t worry about, but I think it’s a good question and a good primer when you get out of training. Malpractice insurance is something you’ll have to worry about, too. …
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Basics of Medical Malpractice for Physicians What should a resident physician know about tail insurance coverage? This topic is generally something that most residents or fellows don’t have to worry about. The program you’re training with or the facility where you’re providing all the care will always pay the underlying premium and potential tail insurance, …
