Malpractice rates?

[KonHndrkx]

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What is a good way to find out what the malpractice rates are in specific areas of the country (i.e. websites/other resources)?

Also, a resource that relates to other legal issues that are pertinent to OB-GYN (e.g. this "three-strike" rule that I've heard about) would be very helpful.

Thanks!

 

[TheJayBee]

Try this link to RWJ
www.rwjf.org/pr/synthesis/reports_and_briefs/pdf/no10_policybrief.pdf

Problematic areas include mainly Eastern seaboard (FL, PA, NY, NJ, Maryland) and now Nevada. Things far better in CA, CO, and others.

BTW- as a student or resident even a $40k annual premium appears to be horrible.

But that is a mere cost of doing business. This overhead is written off on taxes as such and will usually be paid by your employer. If self employed, it is only $3500 a month- on par with your office rent. You can handle that if you love what you do and the practice is doing OK.

$10k a month is another thing entirely.

 

[Diane L. Evans]

Don't let the malpractice talk you out of OB!
Another good link
https://www.univerahealthcare.com/download/files/med_malpractice_premiums_2005_wny.pdf

Good luck Diane