Contract Negotiation for Early Career Neurosurgeons-Understanding Malpractice Coverage (Joseph S. Cheng, MD, MS)

Understanding Malpractice Coverage (Joseph S. Cheng, MD, MS)

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Dr. Joseph Chang discusses malpractice insurance and the legal aspects of contracts. He explains the two main types of malpractice insurance: claims-based and occurrence-based. Claims-based insurance is cheaper and covers claims filed during the insured period, requiring additional tail coverage when switching carriers. Occurrence-based insurance is common in academic and training environments, providing coverage for occurrences during the insured period without the need for tail coverage. Both types have policy limits, and exceeding them can result in personal liability. The cost of malpractice insurance varies based on practice environment and location. Considerations like overhead costs and compensation should be factored into choosing a position.

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Dr. Joseph Chang

malpractice insurance

legal aspects

claims-based insurance

occurrence-based insurance