A recent survey has uncovered a significant concern for residents in nursing homes: the apprehension of facing retaliation from staff members if they voice their concerns or report instances of neglect or abuse. The study, undertaken by the Long Term Care Community...
The digital healthcare revolution has taken the country by storm - an exciting new area, where opportunities abound for commercial agents. This rapid growth, was fueled by a combination of changing lifestyle trends, technological advancements and a shortfall in...
Navigating the labyrinthine world of malpractice insurance can be a daunting task for commercial agents. With a plethora of carriers, coverage options, and pricing tiers to choose from, finding the right policy can become a time-consuming endeavor fraught with...
As telemedicine continues to reshape the healthcare landscape, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) brings both opportunities and challenges. Insurance professionals specializing in telemedicine malpractice must familiarize themselves with the risks and...
With increased patient mortality rates for 23% of organizations hit by cyber attacks, the looming threat of medical malpractice claims far outweigh any other costs. Healthcare providers are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals for patient data, causing...
Unacceptable behavior by physicians and healthcare professionals is on the rise, corresponding with increased attacks on physicians by patientsLive streaming of surgical procedures, particularly plastic surgery has become increasingly popular in recent years and while...
Just another mouth to feed is possibly the first thought when considering the use of a wholesale broker, and in many instances there is an element of truth to that. When you set out working as an independent agent, as with any other field, there is a temptation to “do...
Sometimes with rapid advances in technology, litigation laws and insurance policies lag behind. This is a danger with telemedicine malpractice insurance. In this climate of change, if insurance agents are going to continue providing the best possible service to their...
A visit to the chiropractor for a 32-year-old patient in Georgia recently led to a $75 million medical malpractice verdict. The claim related to emergency treatment the patient received after collapsing with a brainstem stroke, resulting from chiropractic manipulation...
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