Physicians finding plenty of NPs, PAs- but at a price

Article Abstract:

The increasing number of nurse practitioners (NP) and Physician Assistants (PA) is making them plentiful, leading to expansion of clinical roles, and versatility and cost effectiveness making them more attractive to practices. However, as the demand for physician extenders is keeping up with the supply, physicians are finding it difficult to keep up with the bargain basement deals.

Market information - general, Management dynamics, Management, Medicine, Supply and demand, Practice, Nurse practitioners, Company business management, Medical practice, Physicians' assistants

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Deductibles: savings may only be short-term

Article Abstract:

Physicians can decrease the premiums of their medical malpractice insurance if they pay a deductible.

Health care industry, Liability insurance, Property and casualty insurance industry

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Liability insurance forecast sees double-digit hikes ahead

Article Abstract:

Medical malpractice insurance rates are expected to increase in the US within the range of 17-82%.

Insurance industry, Medical professions

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