Category Archives: General Information
Tips For Doctors Using LinkedIn
With 100 million users and growing, LinkedIn is the largest social network focused on professional networking. LinkedIn gives users an opportunity to place their resumes online and list important professional qualifications that may be the deciding factor in whether or … Continue reading
Common Questions Asked by New to Practice Physicians
Is my carrier A rated? More often than not, a new to practice physician is going to be placed with an A rated carrier. A new to practice physician who does not get placed with an A rated carrier will … Continue reading
Admitted Carriers Vs. Non-Admitted Carriers
The healthcare insurance industry, and almost any industry for that matter, is full of jargon and seemingly cryptic language that only veterans of the language can understand. So let’s get to the point. If I am a doctor or health … Continue reading
Dismissal Rate Reaches Nearly 60% on Med Mal Claims in Massachusetts
Nearly 60% of liability claims against doctors and other medical professionals in Massachusetts are dropped by plaintiffs during litigation. This leads to a significant amount wasted in defense costs and unnecessary distress for doctors. A study conducted by Dwight Golann, … Continue reading
August Newsletter
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Healthcare Accountability and ACOs
Tort Reform With ongoing talks of reforming America’s healthcare system, it seems that more questions are being asked rather than answers being provided. Many people argue that reforming the medical malpractice laws and placing caps on rewards is the answer. … Continue reading
A Closer Look at MICRA
The Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act of 1975, which was passed in California, is the standard to which many other states attempt to achieve. MICRA has been very successful in the state of California based on its approach to helping … Continue reading
How Social Media Can Help Physicians and Healthcare Providers
With social media becoming a dominant part of today’s society, most physicians are becoming aware of the unavoidable fact that it is becoming more and more detrimental to not be a part of the social media scene. Social Media Benefits … Continue reading
Madison Expands to Florida
Madison Healthcare Insurance Services announces its recent expansion into the state of Florida with the addition of its newest team member, Sandra Young. “We’re delighted to welcome Sandi to our team at Madison”, said Kathryn A. Bowen, Executive Vice President … Continue reading
Hospital Professional Liability Insurance: What Coverage is Important For Your Organization?
The liability associated with a hospital is vast. With lives at stake, even one misstep could cost more than just money. Hospitals must train their staff safe practices, and hire the most qualified employees that are available. When mistakes or … Continue reading
