I am an attending anesthesiologist and have recently left a group practice in a private hospital which I worked for 8 months after residency. I have moved on to another state for a new job (much nicer in every aspect I might add). Unfortunately, my tail coverage is about $17K for having left my original group. This may be a dumb question but is purchasing tail coverage absolutely required? I know the statue of limitations is approximately 7 years for the patients I have treated but I am 99.9% sure of not being sued in the future. I don't want to ante up this much $$$ if I really don't have to. Any inputs would be much appreciated.