
Malpractice health insurance is often one of the biggest costs for independent providers and small groups of surgeons. They often wonder how to buy insurance, as large groups and hospitals do. The answer delved into a financial mindset and understanding of the negotiations.
Large buyers base their decision on the transfer of risk on their financial situation, they decide what risk to transfer and at what price. By observing your own financial situation and determining your risk tolerance and time frame, you can solve the negligence problem just like any other investment.
In recent years, time horizons have become increasingly unstable with health care reform that is promoting consolidation. Many surgeons believe that finding a job is the best option, and they buy line coverage. Since most surgeons buy surgeon insurance based on requirements, they must purchase special insurance in line to cover claims for events that have occurred but are not yet known.
Claims did insurance work, covering the claim when it was filed, and not when the event occurred. The insurance contains the return date, the earliest date of the event that will be covered by your policy. The surgeonbuys a policy every year when he retires, and he has to buy a tail policy to cover any potential event that has occurred, but which has not yet been reported. This tail policy is usually double the annual premium.
Operator solvency is also important and often overlooked
The recent financial crisis has shown how easily financial institutions can drown. Insurance companies are often poorly regulated, especially risk retention groups. If you buy insurance, make sure it is available for payment. Most runners recommend AM Best A- or better rating. It is often recommended that you go deeper, as rating agencies have a complex history of predicting default values. If your insurance company goes bankrupt in most states, you are only entitled to a fraction of your policy limit.
Buying the right amount of limit is also important. In general, surgeons are buying $ 1 million for coverage. In some states, this is much less. The idea is to buy as much insurance as possible without making a deep pocket. In the worst case, most plaintiff attorneys will accept the restriction of surgeons and look for the difference they are looking for in a hospital or corporation.
Due to the nature of the insurance claims, any potential partner will be concerned about whether their past liabilities will be properly covered. Buying the cheapest option may result in a loss of sale, merger, or potential employment contract. After acquiring a coating, there is no cost-effective way to change it retroactively.
Finding a reliable consultant is crucial
Although I expect education and experience in financial planning, many surgeons lose their expectations when looking for an insurance broker. Look for a partner who has solid legal and financial experience.