Billions for Defense: The Pervasive Nature of Defensive Medicine
Physicians practice defensive medicine all the time—some acknowledge and accept it, while others believe it is untrue and unconscionable. The Doctors Company CEO and Chairman Richard E. Anderson, MD, FACP, examines the pervasive nature of defensive medicine in this article.
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Otolaryngology: Reduce Risk When Performing Diagnostic Imaging Services
Adding point-of-care imaging to an otolaryngology practice is convenient for patients and a source of revenue for the practice. It also comes with responsibility and potential risk.
July 14, 2025, Medical Economics
Why Only 12% of Physicians Would Choose Medicine Again
The Doctors Company's latest "Future of Healthcare" survey paints a sobering picture of physician morale and the medical industry in 2025. With an overall Net Promoter Score (NPS) of -52, only 12% of physicians said they would recommend medicine as a career path.
Sep 01, 2023
Study Explores Malpractice Claims Against Orthopedic Surgeons
Our new study offers risk mitigation strategies for orthopedic surgeons.
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Mapping the Perioperative Claims Experience of General Surgeons
About 63 percent of general surgeons have been involved in a medical malpractice suit. Understanding the most common types of complications and the factors that contribute to errors may provide insights for general surgeons about their practice.
The Doctors Company Announces 15-Year Anniversary of the Tribute Plan
The Doctors Company, the nation’s largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer and part of TDC Group, announced today that it has paid over $140 million in Tribute® Plan awards over the past 15 years to its members.
The Doctors Company Announces New Tribute Plan Awards Milestone: $150 Million Distributed to Members
The Doctors Company, the nation’s largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer and part of TDC Group, announced today that it has now distributed more than $150 million in Tribute® Plan awards to over 12,000 members.
Disclosure Resources
Practitioners can use these guidelines to help mitigate liability risks when disclosing adverse events and complications.
Medical Emergencies in the Dental Setting
We present a compelling case example and outline risk management strategies that can help practices prepare for medical emergencies.
Nuclear Verdicts in Healthcare: How Social Inflation Impacts Physicians, Patients, and the Future of Medicine
Social inflation increases the price of healthcare. It ratchets up the costs of doing business for healthcare professionals and facilities, and fear of litigation inspires defensive medicine. Fortunately, through tort reform, states may be able to contain social inflation’s effects on healthcare costs.
