Tail coverage is integral to many insurance policies for businesses and professionals. We’ll explain everything you need to know about tail coverage in our guide, including how it works and the different types to consider. Occurrence vs. Claims-Made Coverage Before we get into the basics of tail coverage and the different policies it applies to, … Continue reading A Guide to the Different Types of Tail Coverage
Medical malpractice suits are always a concern for medical professionals. Below, we explain the four “Cs” of medical malpractice prevention that each medical professional should know to avoid malpractice cases. Compassion Compassion or caring should be self-explanatory for anyone in the medical profession who wants to help people. Doctors and nurses must sympathize with and … Continue reading 4 “Cs” of Medical Malpractice Prevention
Malpractice cases are an unfortunate part of the job of every health-care provider, including nurse practitioners. Below, we’ll explain the elements of medical malpractice and discuss some common examples of malpractice suits brought against nurse practitioners. The Elements of Medical Malpractice Before we get into examples of professional liability cases against nurse practitioners (NPs), we’ll … Continue reading 5 Malpractice Suits Brought Against Nurse Practitioners
A common reason for a malpractice lawsuit against a medical practice is unethical conduct from the clinic or a staff member. Below, we explain some of the most significant ethical breaches that can occur in medical practice. Confidentiality Breach Confidentiality is a significant concern for patients, so any breach of that confidentiality by a doctor … Continue reading What Is Unethical Conduct in a Medical Practice?
Insurance agents help professionals and ordinary people get the insurance coverage they need. You might wonder if professional insurance agents need malpractice coverage themselves. They do, and we’ll explain policies every insurance agent needs, like errors and omissions coverage. Yes, Insurance Agents Need Liability Coverage Every professional insurance agent should have liability policies to protect … Continue reading Do Insurance Agents Need Malpractice Coverage?
Illegible, poorly written, and incomplete medical documentation is an all-too-common problem in healthcare. Below, we discuss ways healthcare professionals and clinics can prevent poor medical documentation and ensure everyone is on the same page. Avoid Copying & Pasting One of the most common culprits for mistakes in medical documentation is the dreaded copy-and-paste function for … Continue reading 4 Ways To Prevent Poor Medical Documentation
Opening a medical clinic, like any small business, is a massive undertaking that’s difficult for many people—especially for those who know only the medical side of a practice. If you’re thinking of starting a medicine practice, our key tips below will help your clinic begin on the right foot toward becoming functional and profitable. Obtain … Continue reading 5 Key Tips for Starting a Functional Medicine Practice
At Baxter & Associates, we service many healthcare professionals—including orthodontists—and help them find comprehensive and affordable malpractice insurance. We’ll explain why orthodontists need malpractice insurance like any other healthcare provider. Orthodontists Are as Liable as Physicians While dentistry and orthodontics may not seemingly have the same stakes as physicians and their treatment, an orthodontist can … Continue reading Why Orthodontists Need Malpractice Insurance
Much is misunderstood about malpractice insurance, like what a liability insurance policy covers. Does malpractice insurance cover criminal charges? We answer that question and more regarding malpractice insurance below. No, Criminal Charges Are Not Covered by Malpractice Insurance Healthcare professionals must understand the difference between criminal charges and a malpractice lawsuit. Criminal charges are remedied … Continue reading Does Malpractice Insurance Cover Criminal Charges?
Risk assessment is an integral part of insurance. Insurance carriers categorize potential policies by risk, affecting premiums, coverage, and all other parts of the policy. In this guide, we’ll examine the risk classifications for malpractice insurance, explain the elements of a successful malpractice lawsuit, and more. How Risks Are Classified in Malpractice Insurance When attaining … Continue reading What Are The Risk Classifications for Malpractice Insurance