Claims

The Doctors Company Commitment to its physician members:

In the event that a suit is brought against you, remember that The Doctors Company’s experienced, professional claims experts are with you every step of the way. We will provide vigorous defense against nuisance suits or work with you to pursue speedy and fair resolution for meritorious claims. Our Claims and Risk Management Departments are dedicated to your protection.

A list of regional claims offices is available here:

Claims Offices

TDC Claims Reporting forms are available here:

Claims Report

MediGuard Claims Report

Risk Management

Our Risk Management Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.   Guided by Robin Diamond at The Doctors Company's headquarters, we can arrange for regular site visits by our Risk Management Team.   A Risk Management specialist can be assigned to your new group.

The way to prevent the double digit premium increases that were rampant in the early to mid-1970s is to commit the company to the study and management of claims while concurrently working on legislation and political action that safeguards the physician's interests and assists in stabilizing skyrocketing malpractice premiums.

The core of Risk Management education is establishing a shared understanding of how claims are caused and prevented.   Our excellent Risk Management Team, including field managers in all U.S. time zones, presents specialty and regionally specific services to our policyholders.   Teaming with the Claims and Underwriting staffs, Risk Management investigates the how's and whys of actual claims, then translates findings into practical, preventative guidelines.

For information in the interim regarding patient safety please contact Beth Hutton.  She can be reached via email by following the link below:

Beth Hutton or at 800.421.2368 ext. 1120