Q: I am new to long-term care. Do I need malpractice insurance? I’ve seen a lot of intimidating ads on TV so I’m wondering about it. What do you think I should do? A: Well, do you need insurance to ...

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are sometimes offered jobs that could be filled by a registered nurse (RN). In those positions, NPs are not expected to diagnose, order tests or treatments, or prescribe ...

You need continuous coverage, but there is such a thing as having too much insurance. Plus—should you buy occurrence or claims-made coverage? Premiums for nurse practitioner and physician assistant ...

Nurse practitioner and attorney who specializes in the legal issues affecting medical practices and nurse practitioners. Buppert is the author of Nurse Practitioner's Business Practice and Legal Guide ...

Malpractice insurance, professional liability insurance (also called professional indemnity insurance), and errors and omissions (also called E&O insurance) are closely related. But what should you ...

Professionals are expected to perform their services properly and with sufficient expertise. Clients and patients assume someone with a professional designation has the knowledge and resources to do ...

Malpractice insurance is professional liability insurance specific to fields where mistakes can cause bodily harm or serious legal consequences. It’s most often required for doctors, nurses, dentists, ...