"A 2006 survey by Medical Economics shows that the median medical malpractice premium in 2005 was $15,000, up from $13,000 in 2003. Primary care physicians paid about $1,000 less. However, reports from various states show that many medical malpractice insurers across the country are seeking rate decreases for 2007 and new medical malpractice insurers are entering the market, expanding competition. "